Green roofs are wonderful things; like a thick blanket, they keep roofs cool in summer and warm in winter. They have been around for centuries in Scandinavia and Iceland, where they moderate the ...

Green Roofs In Winter: Hot Design For A Cold Climate Date: November 27, 2005 Source: University Of Toronto Summary: A University of Toronto researcher has delivered the first-ever analysis of ...

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities last week announced the winners of its 2013 Green Roof and Wall Awards of Excellence. Among the eight winning projects are a massive, 4.4-acre vegetated roof at the ...

A green roof, anything about 10 to 15 centimetres deep with soil, plants and a growing mat, can reduce surface temperature by as much as 20 degrees, a study by Irga and colleagues Fraser Torpy and ...

The University of Pittsburgh has unveiled a "green roof" patio, promoting relaxation alongside stormwater retention, less ...

Green roofs are part of a design movement to integrate nature into cities. The principles underscoring the movement are clear: Nature benefits human health and well-being.

The 9,400-square-foot green roof sits atop a LEED Platinum certified building and serves both research and demonstration purposes. Its unique design provides architects and ecologists with knowledge ...

Lastly, the roof provides an unexpected green space for students to enjoy while visiting Kennedy Union, improve the overall aesthetic of the campus and maybe even decreasing stress for visitors. How ...