Floodplains - Make the Connection
Here in the Mid-Atlantic we’re in the midst of an epic multi-day rain event in which all waterways are rising to extraordinary levels.
The Many Benefits of Living Walls
A Brief History Humans are naturally attracted to nature, so the recent interest in living walls, living roof and plants is logical. ...
The Benefits of Green Roofs Part 6: Life Span of Roofing Membrane
One of the rarely mentioned benefits of installing a green roof is the extended life of the waterproofing membrane. In today’s culture,...
The Benefits of Green Roofs Part 5: Plants
The sky is the limit when selecting plants for a green roof. Knowing the type of system and the soil depth is vital. Extensive systems...
The Benefits of Green Roofs Part 4: The Building’s Energy Savings
To start, the jury is still deliberating as claims are quite different from well-respected green roof professionals and universities as...
Living Buildings
Today, members of EQR's Sustainability Circle went to the Alice Ferguson Foundation to tour their Living Building (1 of 13 in the world)!...
The Benefits of Green Roofs Part 3: Habitat Creation
Another sometimes underappreciated benefit of green roofs is habitat creation and increased biodiversity. Rooftops can serve as refuge...
The Benefits of Green Roofs Part 2: Urban Heat Island Effect
Green Roofs Improve Human Health: Blog #2 Urban Heat Island Effect (UHIE) When urban areas lose natural vegetation, heat can no longer...
The Benefits of Green Roofs: Part One
Green Roofs Improve Human Health: Blog #1 Storm Water Management In highly urbanized areas, green or living roofs have many benefits to...
