Keeping brownfield green
Keeping brownfield green
- 2007
- Building Engineer 82(1) January 2007, 16-17(2) .
Discusses the challenges of developing brownfield sites rich in wildlife and looks at the practice of designing for biodiversity. Outlines the benefits of green and brown roofs, including the fact that their load values compare favourably with other roofing types. Also shows how green walls, a living cladding system using climbing plants, can provide a good opportunity for wildlife. Concludes by highlighting best practice resources.
United Kingdom--
Discusses the challenges of developing brownfield sites rich in wildlife and looks at the practice of designing for biodiversity. Outlines the benefits of green and brown roofs, including the fact that their load values compare favourably with other roofing types. Also shows how green walls, a living cladding system using climbing plants, can provide a good opportunity for wildlife. Concludes by highlighting best practice resources.
United Kingdom--