Amazingly, the roof won't interfere with other sustainable measures such as solar panels or a green ... the Blue roof can be built onto new construction, or can be added to an existing building ...

Build the outer frame first then add a central strut for strength. Using the L-brackets, join together the outer sides of the green roof structure. Measure carefully and use the L-brackets to ...

Blue and green roofs can help combat urban challenges such as stormwater runoff and heat islands and are a small but growing ...

Low-income favelas would benefit from green roofs but there are two problems: Cost. And a typical design that's too heavy for a favela home.

For three days (June 17 – June 19), The Foundry is offering to teach people the ins and outs of green roof building. From the choices of materials, to hands on installation, to plant selections ...

Why aren’t they everywhere? The green roof market is growing, but there are hurdles facing this promising form of architectural sustainability. Cool Blue Roofs May Be The Secret To Energy ...