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As Heat Waves Increase, Green Roofs Could Help Cool Texas Cities
Vegetation-covered roofs may be challenging to create and maintain, but they can be up to 40 degrees cooler than conventional roofs. They can also reduce flash flooding and provide islands of habitat for pollinators.
How Green Walls Make Air More Breathable
In addition to their aesthetic appeal, many enthusiasts and designers install green walls for their air-purifying ability.
Green Roofs are Worth the Cost for Urban Residents
A new study explores how much Portland residents are willing to pay to increase the number of green roofs across the city.
NASA Explores Potential for Green Roofs to Lower Temperatures in Cities
Research undertaken by NASA has found that rooftop gardens can offer substantial temperature reductions in cities during summer months.
Green Walls in Offices Have a Positive Impact on Skin and Immune Health
Study showed air-circulating green walls modified microbiota affecting skin health and enhanced immune regulation.
Omni Ecosystems® Releases Omni Meadow™ - The Next Logical Step and Proven Future of Green Roofs
Created in the true spirit of green infrastructure and customized by geographical region, Omni Meadow reintroduces nature into the built environment.
Novel PV System Design for Green Rooftops from France
French startup Ecovégétal has developed a PV system configuration that uses vegetation to reduce the operating temperature of the modules.
Green Infrastructure Ontario Releases Follow-Up to State of Large Parks in Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe
Improving Access to Large Parks in Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe: Policy, Planning, and Funding Strategies Report now available
Job Opportunity with Brooklyn Grange
Brooklyn Grange seeking applicant to fill full time Design/Build Operations Manager vacancy
Grey to Green Virtual Conference: Designing Future Proof Cities With Green Infrastructure, June 22-23 2022
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (GRHC) is excited to announce the Grey to Green Conference, to be held virtually on June 22 from 10am - 4:30pm and June 23 from 10am - 6pm est.
Green Roofs Benefits Heavily Outweigh the Costs for Urban Residents
Study also finds Portland's residents are willing to pay for the benefits of green roofs.
New Law In France: Green Roofs On All New Commercial Buildings
The French Parliament recently approved a new law requiring all new commercial buildings to partially have their roofs covered with plants or solar panels.
New Biophilic Holism Course on the Living Architecture Academy
Understand the Evolution of Biophilic Design
Governor Hochul Announces New Rooftop Farm At The Jacob Javits Convention Center In Midtown, Manhattan
Following a $1.55 billion renovation, the Jacob K. Javits Center in Midtown, Manhattan now features a one-acre rooftop farm.
Green-Roofed Bus Shelters in Utrecht
The city of Utrecht has completed the wide-scale installation of green roofs on its bus stops.
Mayor Adams Opens Rooftop Farm on Staten Island to Grow Organic Produce, Absorb Stormwater to Reduce Neighborhood Flooding
New rooftop farm on Staten Island grows food and absorbs stormwater.
PSU Receives NSF Grant To Improve Understanding Of Green Roofs
A New Study Aims To Improve Understanding Of How Different Plant Species Perform On Green Roofs And Enhance Models Used For Green Roof Design
Michael Molaro | Green Roof Professional (GRP)
Michael is Principal of Higher Groundwork HortiCulture designing and implementing green roofs within Treaty 6 Territory of the Northern Great Plains. He completed his first project in 2015, a non-irrigated residential roof which is still growing well.
A Green Roof for San Francisco
An elevated park that is actually a multi-modal transit center. Salesforce Transit Center is a transportation hub that transforms urban experiences.
NATS Nursery Ltd Seeking LiveRoof Green Roof Sales Manager
NATS Nursery grows the LiveRoof modules with plants produced at our nursery and then delivers the modules to the client for an instant green roof effect.