LEED Green Associate | Environmental Science and Sustainability | Communicator and Educator | Passionate about creating a more sustainable future
The inclusion of green and blue roofs is imperative, especially in urban spaces. As precipitation events become more extreme, the question of what to do with massive amounts of storm water that comes so fast it overwhelms our sewer systems is increasingly at the forefront of our minds. Extreme events cause flooding and destruction of property and can even takes lives. Adding a green roof also helps with the urban heat island effect as green plants absorb heat and moisture. Adding green space anywhere in urban areas is needed. Making roofs vibrant green spaces can enhance the beauty of the city and help make it a cleaner, healthier and more environmentally friendly space. Great job American Hydrotech, Inc. and Northwestern University! #greenroof #blueroof #greenbuilding #urbanplanning #sustainability #climatechange #climatechangesolutions
Elevating stormwater management to a whole new level, on the roof! Revisit the innovative solutions used on Northwestern University's Biomedical Research Center in this great case study on Hydrotech's Blue-Green Roofs. Discover how the design team combined water detention and retention to meet the requirement of detaining 10,000 cubic feet of water on site. https://lnkd.in/g7Aeg5sF #stormwater #stormwatermanagement #BMP #roofing #waterproofing #greenroofs #blueroofs #greenbuilding #greeninfrastructure #architecure #landscapearchitecture #architects #landscapearchitects
