Green roofs: up on the roof
Dunnett, N.
Green roofs: up on the roof - 2003 - Landscape Design (321) June 2003, 35-38(4) Estates Gazette (0325) 21 June 2003, 130-131(2) .
Examines the growing potential of green roofs, a concept that is becoming more popular in the UK as environmental benefits are recognised. Charts the history of green roofs, in particular pointing to research in Germany, and highlights the distinction between 'intensive' and 'extensive' green roofs. Suggests there is much potential for 'semi-extensive' green roofs in the UK and outlines several advantages of green roofs such as their role in sustainable urban drainage strategies, their contribution to biodiversity and their recreational and aesthetic qualities. Also provides technical information about green roofs, which generally consist of a drainage layer, a substrate or growth medium layer and a vegetation layer, and looks at different products and techniques. Lists several websites for further information.
URBAN ENVIRONMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS
TURF ROOFS
GREEN BUILDINGS
ROOFING MATERIALS
GERMANY
Green roofs: up on the roof - 2003 - Landscape Design (321) June 2003, 35-38(4) Estates Gazette (0325) 21 June 2003, 130-131(2) .
Examines the growing potential of green roofs, a concept that is becoming more popular in the UK as environmental benefits are recognised. Charts the history of green roofs, in particular pointing to research in Germany, and highlights the distinction between 'intensive' and 'extensive' green roofs. Suggests there is much potential for 'semi-extensive' green roofs in the UK and outlines several advantages of green roofs such as their role in sustainable urban drainage strategies, their contribution to biodiversity and their recreational and aesthetic qualities. Also provides technical information about green roofs, which generally consist of a drainage layer, a substrate or growth medium layer and a vegetation layer, and looks at different products and techniques. Lists several websites for further information.
URBAN ENVIRONMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS
TURF ROOFS
GREEN BUILDINGS
ROOFING MATERIALS
GERMANY