Green roofs protect from wildfire when made up of the plants Oscar describes, such as landscaping with succulents and cacti: ‘Drought-tolerant succulents, commonly chosen for their resilience ...

A small team of researchers at Tongji University, working with a colleague from the Shanghai Academy of Landscape ...

Green Roofs, also known as "vegetated roofs" or "ecoroofs," reduce the effects of urban stormwater by turning impervious rooftops into water-absorbing green space. Why ... The most apparent of the ...

In 2008, Dr Nigel Dunnett, Director of the Green Roof Centre and Professor at the University of Sheffield’s Department of Landscape, secured funding from the EU via the Marie Curie Academic/Industry ...

Green roofs in Shanghai can filter up to 75.5% of rainborne microplastics, with the potential to capture 56.2 tons yearly ...

Plant-covered roofs, known for their environmental and energy- saving benefits, are common... Landscaper wants more green roofs in Bridgeport Connecticut Post Logo Hearst Newspapers Logo ...

Carole Hunter and Bil Taylor's roof is green, but not because they have an odd sense of style. Their roof is home to an environment-friendly, thriving desert garden. "It's unique, and people are ...

Temps soar in Brazil's summer (from December to March). Low-income favelas would benefit from green roofs but there are two problems: Cost. And a typical design that's too heavy for a favela home.

Research conducted on the green roof at UWM's Golda Meir Library has shown that it even influences the movement patterns of pollinators across the urban landscape, offering them a vital resource ...

Unusual soil depth for the green roof at Norfolk Botanical Garden will foster more plants, birds and insects — and food for the new bistro. It also will cut runoff and energy use.

With a green roof that blends it into the hills, this two-storey home in Brazil feels like it is a part of the lush landscape of Porto Feliz. Photo: Fernando Guerra ...