Today is the first full day of autumn! What is your favourite part of this season? Tastes, smells, sights? Something else?

Just throwing out an anecdotal win-win here for combination green & solar urban roofs (yes, I'm aware this began in an arguably more pro-environment time): coloradosun.com/2024/11/19/s...

Building roofs in New York City are primarily painted white/silver to reflect sunlight and cool the city; there are also many green roofs covered in vegetation and roofs with solar panels. New laws mandate solar panels or green roofs on all new and renovated buildings.

Green roofs and rainwater storage tanks absorb the rain, slow the runoff allowing treatment plants more time to clean water to drinkable standards, and help to keep toxic runoff from being transferred into the oceans.

Green roofs help mitigate the urban heat island effect and flooding caused by pavement, as well as providing food and habitat for native pollinators. While common in Europe, Boston is the first US city to implement them (though there are plans in several others). #goodnews

Green Infrastructure is good for cities ✅ Cooling down streets and reducing the Urban Heat Island effect ✅ Filtering air and improving public health ✅ Managing stormwater and preventing floods ✅ Supporting biodiversity in dense urban fabrics ✅ Encouraging walking, cycling, and social life From IMDB

A key element to a successful green roof is regular and consistent maintenance. Living architecture projects require a maintenance program through both the establishment period and for the long term.

What an incredible idea! Why don't we do this in the US? Oh yeah, 🍊🍕💩 Green roofs atop car parks in Japan are creating vital habitats for bees & other pollinators, helping to sustain biodiversity. A VITAL STEP toward urban sustainability, reminding US OF the essential role nature plays FOR ALL LIFE.

One of the many benefits of our new electric double decker buses…being able to check out the thriving green roof of the bus shelter!

There were a bunch of green roofs on shelters, bike parking and more in Columbus, OH, I thought it was so cool. We should have more bus shelters with green roofs in #Minneapolis.

Microplastics are in the air, water, even our food. But green roofs can help, capturing up to 97.5% of microplastics in rainfall. Another powerful reason these living rooftops belong in our cities. #GreenRoofs #SustainableCities #Microplastics

This short-term demonstration was sited on a downtown podium roof in Calgary. Its purpose was to evaluate two green roof modular systems in various combinations and to document their success in overwintering, watering requirements, resistance to weed pressure as well as the installation process.

The company I work for installs green living roofs, plants only native plants, and does natural shoreline restoration. And to me, that’s everything right now. 💚🌿 Inhabitect.com

ICYMI Sustainable ‘pods’ win Toronto public washroom design competition The winning design from the ‘TO the Loo!’ contest, which incorporates green roofs as well as harm reduction, safety and accessibility features, is expected to be considered by the city www.torontotoday.ca/local/city-p...

This Labour Day, we thank all our team members—present and past. Without your labour, Green T Design wouldn’t be where it is today. We never could have completed dozens of projects over the years without you! Happy Labour Day!

Pollinators, such as butterflies and bees, do more than just help pretty flowering plants flourish. They benefit us humans, too!

We tailor our construction services to the needs of new builds and retrofits. Depending on the scale and complexity of the project, we make up the project team. For new builds, we often work as a subcontractor to the general contractor; for retrofit projects, we work as the design–builder.

We are looking for high-energy individuals to join our team. Full-time positions preferred and some part-time positions are available. Candidates should have an understanding of horticultural practices regarding planting and plant care including pruning, deadheading, and integrated pest management.

Scientists make remarkable discovery after studying 'green roofs' on buildings: 'Can offer unexpected co-benefits' share.google/hbY0ROHkNTmQ...

We need to keep greening to lower overall temperatures, and lure folks outside during heat. But the other research going on about green roofs, and painting roofs and buildings white... and the advocacy happening to legislate a maximum indoor heat... I'm starting to think that may save more lives.

Bauder’s green roofs support biodiversity, net zero goals and sustainable design - with solutions for both new builds and retrofits. Their role as a GRO member reflects a commitment to greener, more resilient buildings. #GreenRoofing #NetZero #RetrofitReady

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Green stormwater infrastructure (like #RainGardens & rain barrels) helps manage runoff naturally. However, local codes sometimes unintentionally block its use. MNSG + partners worked w/13 local governments to make GSI easier to use. 💧🌿 Learn more: z.umn.edu/code-audits-... #WaterQualityMonth

With an underused corner of their property with good sun exposure, wind protection and site access, the client wanted a building that enhanced the backyard and driveway uses. The new garage and extensive green roof shed roof allow the two planes of the driveway and the backyard to coincide.

The Dutch city of Utrecht has installed green roofs on its bus stops. Green roofs capture particulates, store rainwater, provide cooling when it’s hot, and promote urban biodiversity. All of these benefit pollinating insects, including bees and butterflies. www.utrecht.nl/city-of-utre...

In the Netherlands, many bus stops now have “green roofs” covered with sedum, a resilient succulent that absorbs CO₂, filters air, and helps regulate temperature. #Netherlands #GreenRoofs #UrbanBiodiversity #EcoFriendly #Sustainability #ClimateAction

In Utrecht, Netherlands, bus stops now have green roofs—planted not for humans, but for bees. These miniature gardens are small in size but massive in impact. Because when we protect the smallest lives, we preserve the biggest systems. 🐝

In the Netherlands, many bus stops now feature “green roofs” planted with sedum, a hardy succulent that absorbs CO₂, filters air, and regulates temperature.

We’re in for a special celestial treat this weekend! The full moon in August is called the Sturgeon Moon. It’ll occur just before 2:00 MDT tomorrow morning, but because it’ll peak so early in the morning, it’ll look like a full moon tonight. Plus, it will also look like a full moon tomorrow night.

Green roofs ≠ ground habitats. 🌿🏙️ Only 10% of invertebrate species on the ground are found on nearby rooftops. Green roofs host distinct species that need tailored design to thrive. Treat them as ecosystems, not substitutes. 📄 doi.org/10.1016/j.je... #GreenInfrastructure #Biodiversity #GreenRoofs

With living architecture, each project is unique. That’s why we work closely with our clients to develop designs that achieve our client’s objectives and performance goals. We match the needs of our client to the most suitable system type and budget.

Feed: "News - Living Architecture Monitor" By: Green Roofs for Healthy Cities on Monday, August 4, 2025

Less mow, blow, and go for more discover, enjoy, and preserve.

The Vegetated Roof Replacement Research and Demonstration retrofit on Calgary’s Municipal Hall is an excellent project for highlighting green roof technology; it’s highly visible to the administration and helps strengthen the City’s commitment and response to the challenge of sustainability.

The City of Manteca in California's Central Valley is promoting green roofs in an update of its Climate Action Plan. A green roof is a roof that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and a growing medium, planted over a waterproofing membrane. www.mantecabulletin.com/news/local-n...

Tomorrow is National Sunflower Day. Did you know that there is a sunflower native to Alberta?

🌧️🏙️ Copenhagen is turning into a “sponge city” to fight flooding—using green roofs, permeable pavements & parks to soak up rainwater. A smart, climate-resilient urban shift! 🌿💧 #SpongeCity #ClimateAdaptation #UrbanDesign #Copenhagen 🔗 e360.yale.edu/featur...

I actually think Victoria is doing a pretty good job, but here you go. My city would be a LOT better for people if decision-makers would just start enforcing developers to install green roofs, solar panels, roof wind turbines and stop pandering to them. We are experiencing the climate crisis now!

The flexibility of our services allows us to fulfill the needs of homeowners, building managers, real estate developers, design consultants, and contractors at all phases of a green roof project. Every project is unique, so needs a unique approach. And we can help.

☀️ Summer can be tough on green roofs. Here are some quick tips to keep yours healthy during hot, dry weather, from watering to drainage checks: www.greenrooforganisation.org/2025/07/28/g... #GreenRoofs #UrbanGreening #Sustainability #GRO

The Ted & Lois Hole Green Roof Healing Garden in Edmonton pays homage to its namesakes who were early advocates of green roof technology and sustainable landscapes. Here is the before photo.

To protect from storms, floods, droughts, heat waves, air/water pollution in urban areas, vegetation is key: ‘bioswales’ (vegetated depressions that retain and filter stormwater), pocket gardens, parks, meadows, streams with revegetated banks, lakes ringed with wetlands, green roofs/façades, etc.

Nature finds a way.

Did you know that almost 90% of wild plants depend on animal pollination? Not only that, 75% of leading global crops depend on animal pollination. In fact, 1 out of every 3 mouthfuls of our food depends on pollinators such as bees. That’s why our green roofs support biodiversity.

We collected soil samples from 50+ pairs of green roofs and ground-level green spaces across Zurich, Switzerland. Using eDNA metabarcoding 🧬, we identified invertebrates with different dispersal abilities to see who’s living where. 2/6

From tree cover to green roofs, how are cities fighting extreme heat?

The Benefits of Green Roofs and Vertical Gardens in Modern Architecture read more : bi-journal.com/benefits-of-...

Feed: "News - Living Architecture Monitor" By: Green Roofs for Healthy Cities on Thursday, July 24, 2025

Solar panels, rain water harvesting systems, living—green roofs should be the standard!!

Our sustainable landscapes are designed to be attractive and in balance with the environment, while seamlessly integrating with a building’s architecture and site conditions.