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Green Roofs

Green roofs involve covering a building's roof with a layer of vegetation, which offers a range of advantages and considerations. Key benefits include enhanced energy efficiency, extended roof lifespan, and mitigation of the urban heat island effect.

Green Roofs

Green Roofs

Definition

Roof covered with a layer of vegetation

Advantages

extense roof life
reduce urban heat island effect
improve urban air quality
stormwater management
environmental deucation to community
energy benefits

Factors affecting effectiveness

moisture content of soil
Density of soil
Thickness of soil

Constrains

Modern buildings with better insulation save very little energy
existing roof must be able to support green roof weight