There are a number of design considerations that will affect the efficiency of green roofs. Some of these include soil type and thickness, vegetative species and cover, as well as roof geometry (area, ...

Most buildings the University has built since 2005 feature intentionally vegetated green roofs; and some existing buildings with suitable structures have been retro fitted with green roofs. Sir Robert ...

“Many different types of existing green-roof systems, including vegetative and white reflective roofs, are being evaluated in this study and compared to traditional roofs for their effectiveness in ...

Green roofs have become increasingly popular thanks to their benefits related to climate adaptation, mitigation, and urban biodiversity management. These vegetated surfaces on the rooftops of ...

Councillor Elisa O’Donovan has called on the council to incorporate green roofs in bus shelters in the Metropolitan District.

One of TYAD’s standout efforts is its installation of a vegetative (green) roof in 2006 to regulate indoor temperature and save energy. The 14,141-square-foot roof space was covered with sedum ...

The Aureo shelter with vegetative roof is part of a range of shelters that offer two roofing options and large material selectivity. This enables you to choose the best shelter for the locality.

This green roof is an extensive system (4") and is planted with five varieties of sedum. These varieties were chosen based on their survivability in a vegetative roof environment. Do the sprinklers at ...

A “green” roof and photovoltaic panels are both located on the lower roof of this building. The green roof is a vegetated cover that aids in controlling storm water run-off and mitigating urban ...

Urban green infrastructure, including man-made features such as vegetated roofs and walls, produce regulating, provisioning and immaterial ecosystem services such as improvement of microclimate, ...

have been built to Gold LEED standards and feature vegetated green roofs. Photo voltaic cells on the Soka Performing Arts Center roof generate approximately 15% of the facility's electrical needs.