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Rooftop Gardens Pitched for Bus Stops as Cheap Remedy to NYC’s Flood Problems
As New York City spends billions preparing for its next flood, new research suggests a cheaper resource may already be scattered across the five boroughs
Craiker’s Corner: Green roofs could be a boon to wine industry construction
Could environmentally friendly designs be an asset to viticulture?
Greening Roofs to Boost Climate Resilience
Roofscapes, a startup founded by three MIT students, is planning to build green spaces on pitched roofs in Paris, to decrease temperatures while improving quality of life.
Discovering Boston's Green Infrastructure: Tours of Innovative Award Winning Green Roofs to be Held During 2023 Boston Grey to Green Conference
The 2023 Boston Grey to Green Conference will be providing a series of unique tours to help explore green infrastructure in the Boston area.
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities Announces New Green Roof Installation and Maintenance Professional (GRIMP) Training and Certification
After three years GRHC is pleased to announce the new certification program combining hands-on training with online instruction.
American Society of Landscape Architects, New York (ASLA-NY) Announces 2023 Design Awards Recipients
Annual Program Recognizes Excellence in the Practice of Landscape Architecture
Planting Trees in Cities Could Reduce Deaths from Extreme Heat
One-third of heat deaths in Europe could be prevented by increasing tree canopy cover to 30%.
How Living Walls Can Transform Terminals From ‘Non-Places’ to Natural Space
There is now overwhelming evidence of the value of adding plants and living walls to our indoor spaces, from offices and hospitals to shopping malls and airports.
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities Announces Grey to Green Boston Conference: April 23-24 2023
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (GRHC) is excited to announce the Boston Grey to Green Conference, to be held in person on April 23-24
Report: Green Buildings Carry Lower Life Cycle Cost
With the rise in concern on the issue of climate change, there is increasing pressure on industries, such as construction to minimise its environmental impacts for a more sustainable future.
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities Launches the Spring 2023 Urban Agriculture Issue of Living Architecture Monitor Magazine
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is excited to launch the Spring 2023 digital edition of the free Living Architecture Monitor (LAM) magazine.
Coralville Wants Fewer Barriers to Installing Green Infrastructure
New program is focused on low-income and minority residents living south of Interstate 80
How Can You Make Your Home More Eco-Friendly During Construction
When constructing a new home, one must ensure that the structure will help save money in the future while also preserving the environment.
City Hall Passes Urban Agriculture Plan
Dallas City Council has passed a new plan for increasing food production in Dallas in a bid to increase sustainable and local agriculture.
As Heatwaves and Floods Hit Cities Worldwide, These Places Are Pioneering Solutions
As heatwaves and floods hit cities worldwide, Thami Croeser, RMIT University finds some inspiring examples of cities embracing pioneering solutions to mitigate the impacts.
Green Communities Canada Receives $1m To Advance Equitable Green Infrastructure Projects Across Canada
Green Communities Canada is proud to announce the launch of the “Transform Stream” of the Living Cities Fund, made possible by a significant funding commitment through the TD Ready Challenge.
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities Announces The Green Pages: Green Roof & Wall Industry Directory 2023
The Green Pages directory includes a wide range of manufacturers, suppliers of accessories, green walls, nurseries, and green roof professionals.
Planting More Trees Could Reduce Premature Heat-Related Deaths in European Cities by a Third – New Research
One-third of UHI deaths in Europe could be prevented by increasing tree canopy cover to 30% in every urban neighbourhood.
Rooftop Gardens Can Help Cut Heat in Cities, Shows Study
Researchers have been encouraging the replacement of tar and other dark-coloured materials used in roofing for several decades.
Can a living wall deliver real environmental benefits?
Living walls are springing up in our cities, often on luxury hotels, office blocks, and major stores.