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Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 7/1/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 7/1/22

New Bird Species Flock to Javits Center’s Green Roof

Two new wild bird species were recently identified at the Javits Center’s nearly seven-acre green roof, which has evolved into a unique wildlife sanctuary since its genesis in 2014.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/30/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/30/22

Cities Mandate Green Roofs to Capture Stormwater, Cool Environment and Support Biodiversity

Green roofs are vegetated spaces on top of buildings. They offer many benefits like capturing stormwater, cooling the environment, and supporting biodiversity.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/9/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/9/22

Ohio Students Educate the Community About Green Roofs

Ohio University students are taking their voices, their models and even coloring books into the local community to demonstrate the benefits of green roofs to area children and families.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/8/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/8/22

Inside Rotterdam’s Quest to Green 10 Million Square Feet of Rooftops

The Rooftop Days festival is part of a campaign to use more of Rotterdam’s flat roofs to add greenery, harvest solar power, and collect rainwater.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/7/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/7/22

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.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/6/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/6/22

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 for Healthy Cities 6/3/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/3/22

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.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/2/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/2/22

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 Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/1/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 6/1/22

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.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 5/31/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 5/31/22

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.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 5/30/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 5/30/22

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 Roofs for Healthy Cities 5/23/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 5/23/22

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

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 5/20/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 5/20/22

Job Opportunity with Brooklyn Grange

Brooklyn Grange seeking applicant to fill full time Design/Build Operations Manager vacancy

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 5/19/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 5/19/22

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 for Healthy Cities 5/10/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 5/10/22

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.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 5/9/22 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 5/9/22

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.