"We were surprised." Scientists make remarkable discovery after studying 'green roofs' on buildings: 'Can offer unexpected co ...

Although “green roofing” sounds like a recent innovation (given the rising popularity of the green movement), the concept has ...

Green roofs are part of a contemporary design movement to integrate nature into cities. This kind of biophilic urban design has varying terminology attached to it, but the principles underscoring ...

But this two-and-a-half-acre rooftop green space atop Pier 57 is more than just pretty foliage and finely manicured lawns. "It's an environmentally friendly roof," said Bill Elder EVP, Managing ...

Green roofs have become increasingly popular thanks to their benefits related to climate adaptation, mitigation, and urban biodiversity management. But, in the U.S., green roofs are typically ...

Most green roofs are concentrated in the city center, covering 1.4 million square feet. Survey respondents indicated how much they would pay for a green roof to result in a scale of benefits.

This rooftop farm is more than just a pretty space. Explore the unique features of this five-acre rooftop park and its impact ...

The green roofs collectively cover over 125,000 square feet of space, each playing a vital role in reducing energy consumption, managing stormwater and providing habitats for urban wildlife.

Chicago has been a leader in green-roof installations in the US, with more than 500 such roofs in the city. San Francisco, New York City, and Toronto also have ordinances requiring green roofs for ...