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GREEN ROOFS. BY: PHILLIP MOTEN. It is a roof of a building that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and soil, or a growing medium, planted over a waterproofing membrane Intensive Extensive. What are GREEN ROOFS?. Components of Green Roof. Economic Benefits Sound Insulation
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GREEN ROOFS BY: PHILLIP MOTEN
It is a roof of a building that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and soil, or a growing medium, planted over a waterproofing membrane • Intensive • Extensive What are GREEN ROOFS?
Economic Benefits • Sound Insulation • Amenity Space & Aesthetics • Food Production Why a Green Roof (Private)
Air Quality • Temperature Regulation • Water • Social • Preservation(habitat & Biodiversity) • Local Food Production Why a Green Roof (Public)
Aesthetics • Health & Horticultural Therapy • Improved Safety • Recreation • Community building Social Benefits
Support of Local Economy • Increased access • Travel time Local Food Production
Slope • Loading Capacity • Existing materials • Drainage System • Waterproofing • Electrical • Water supply Things to Know!!!
Plant Selection • Plant Design Designs & Plants
How Much Does it COST!!! The big Question
15 credits • Reduced Site Disturbance • Landscape Design • Storm Water Management • Water Efficient Landscaping • Innovative Wastewater Technologies • Innovation in Design LEED Credits