Keeping brownfield green
Language: English Series: Building Engineer ; 82(1) January 2007, 16-17(2)Publication details: 2007Subject(s): Summary: 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.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L136425 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 136425-1001 |
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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.