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Huf Haus show house

HUF HAUS Show House, Hartenfels, Germany A fascinating building rises picturesquely on a light plateau in the middle of the HUF village. The outlines of the slim wood-glass construction in the landscape are elegant. An impressive “Butterfly roof” Anyone who wonders how the classic components of timbered architecture can be interpreted even more intelligently and in an unprecedented way will find the answer in the crystal-clear HUF show house “Ausblick”: Maximum transparency characterizes the appearance of the filigree bungalow as well as the impressive “Butterfly roof” that makes the architecture of the house look even finer and more open. This slightly different roof surfaces create a barely noticeable asymmetry in the otherwise very rhythmic and stringent exterior, which immediately becomes an eye-catcher. The butterfly roof is oriented in its shape to the nature and symbolizes the beauty of a Falters. On average, Urbanscape® Green Roof System is much lighter than other regular green roof, so it can be installed also on lightweight constructions and to differently shaped and inclined roofs, what the HUF “Ausblick” house absolutely has, where traditional green roof systems are not possible. The lightweight design of Urbanscape ® Green Roof System does not compromise the structure stability and at the same time provides good stormwater buffer (stormwater management) through natural evaporation, herewith cooling the roof of the house and represent an advanced performance regarding the energy efficiency. Furthermore, the sedum roof increases the biodiversity in the urban area by providing protection and a source of food for bees, butterflies and other insects. The architecturally cleverly planned and built house with Urbanscape Green Roof on top, combined with the innovative engineering and architectural aspiration of the HUF House, creates a harmonious whole that harmonizes the life of man, house and nature – architecture in its most intelligent form. Designer: UrbanscapeYear: 2020Country: Germany owner website

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06/02/2021 No Comments
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Commercial Building in retail park France

Credit for HD images to: Pikt’Air We are delighted to announce the unveiling of our biggest Urbanscape® green roof in France — a 8,300m2 installation that will save almost two Olympic-sized swimming pools of storm-water every year. A lush green impact in a desert environment like Dubai We are delighted to announce the unveiling of our biggest Urbanscape® green roof in France — a 8,300m2 installation that will save almost two Olympic-sized swimming pools of storm-water every year. This Urbanscape system will store more than 4,800m3 of rainwater every year — the equivalent of almost two 2,500m3 Olympic swimming pools of water every year. Such a high level of absorption of the new 8,300m2 roof will make a major contribution to the local environment and have a huge impact on cooling the building during summer months as well as reduce heat island effect — where the urban environment is much hotter than surrounding countryside. Green roofs such as Urbanscape can also contribute to better urban biodiversity and help absorb air pollution, which is good news in the light of European Commission review of key environmental issues facing France. The giant green roof features vegetation by the Sempergreen Group and is more than 11 times bigger than our previous Urbanscape record holder, which covers an area of 700m2. Urbanscape’s unique Performance Evaluation Tool (PET) was used to ensure the precise calculation of the roof’s water retention potential. PET analyses complex local weather data, the area’s climate history and the dimensions of the installation to produce reliable final figures. Designer: UrbanscapeYear: 2021Country: France owner website

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06/02/2021 No Comments
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Slovenian Pavillon at Expo 2021 in Dubai

With a total surface of 460 m2 it is by far among the biggest projects in the MEA region. We are very proud to be a part of the Slovenian pavilion at EXPO 2021 in Dubai, which showcases Slovenia as the green heart of Europe, situated at an important European crossroads combining natural elements: water, forest and wood. It features an eye-catching 6 meters high Urbanscape® Green wall with 45,000 plants. The wall is designed in 11 varieties of locally grown plants in green shades to represent Slovenian forests. The Slovenian Pavilion and its Urbanscape® Green wall is unique for its lush green impact in a desert environment like Dubai, UAE. With a total surface of 460 m2 it is by far among the biggest projects in the MEA region. The Green Wall covers an area of 460 m2, with about 1500 installed green wall panels (30 are custom made) and 45.000 hand-planted local plants selected by the client. The load-bearing structure of green wall panels is represented by more than 1000 meters of various profiles. A lush green impact in a desert environment like Dubai The project started in the spring of 2020 and it was definitely specific from several perspectives. It required combining different approaches and a lot of coordination. We had been challenged to find a solution that would represent Slovenia and would at the same time fit in the local environment and climate.Around the building there was a pool area representing Slovenian lakes as our natural treasure. This meant our solution had to be hydroponic based and not soil based to avoid small soil particles leaching in the pool area which could stain the water. The installation of the profiles took place in extreme conditions, at extremely high outdoor temperatures. During the installation, the planted plants were already thriving quite nicely which was also noticed by swarms of grasshoppers. Luckily for us, they fed only on one plant species which meant we had to replant “only” a few thousand plants. The Green Wall covers an area of approximately 500 m2, with about 1,500 installed green wall panels (30 are custom-made) and 45,000 hand-planted local plants selected by the client. The load-bearing structure of the green wall panels is represented by more than 1,000 meters of various profiles. It weights up to 45 kg/m2 when fully saturated with water.  The Urbanscape® Green wall at Expo 2020 is hydroponic based. The growing media used in the green wall is rock mineral, as a light and inert substrate, where nutrient dosing is easier to regulate and the environment is more controlled than in conventional soil substrate mixtures; it is a pH-neutral substrate (7). The rock mineral growing media has an enormous water retention capacity (up to 90% of volume) and is therefore even more suitable for growing plants in arid climate.We are using the most advanced irrigation systems for watering the green walls. The average water consumption on this project will range from less than 2 liters/m2 in winter, and up to 4 liters/m2 in summer (with temperatures exceeding 40°C). Designer: UrbanscapeYear: 2021City: Dubai owner website

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06/02/2021 No Comments
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European Green Infrastructure Day 2021

Policymakers, experts and representatives of national associations and green infrastructure industry discussed the state of affairs of urban green infrastructure in the European Union in a unique policy conference. Urban green infrastructure, such as vegetated roofs and walls, can greatly support green economic recovery and Europe’s transition to a more sustainable and resilient society. This clearly emerged from the insightful discussions of the first European Green Infrastructure Day, hosted by the EU Chapter of the World Green Infrastructure Network throughout 27 May 2021.  The panels focused on urban biodiversity, green and efficient buildings, financing green infrastructure, exchanging best green roofs practices across Europe, green infrastructure and climate adaptation, and how to build more sustainable, healthier and human-centred cities.  Among the speakers were:  View the full programme here.You can watch the event recordings below and on our YouTube channel.  recordings:

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05/11/2021 No Comments
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15-16 JUNE : Register now for GRHC’s First Virtual Grey to Green!

In light of COVID-19, Grey to Green 2021 will take place on a virtual platform on June 15th and June 16th. EXCITING SPEAKERS Get inspired by professionals working to create greener and more resilient communities post-COVID19. Designers, researchers and policymakers will come together to share their work in Biophilic Design, Integrated Stormwater Management Practices, Urban Agriculture, Green Roof and Green Wall Best Practices & more! GET CONNECTED Just because we are virtual does not mean we have to miss out on networking! Grey to Green 2021 will engage you in the discussion and help you connect with other passionate professionals.  Connect one-on-one with speakers or in break-out rooms to help solve urban challenges! GET INSPIRED Most importantly, let’s get inspired. Grey to Green 2021 is all about hope and giving you the tools and connections to build a better tomorrow.  We can’t wait to see you! Continuing Education: Grey to Green Virtual will be pending approval for various Continuing Education Credits following agenda selection. As always, the Grey to Green Conferences and Events are approved for Green Roof Professional credits. Continuing Education: Approved for 12.5 APLD CEUs, 13 ASLA CEUs, 13.5 AIA CEUs and 13.5 GRP CEUs. To learn more, check out the conference website: https://greytogreenconference.org/

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05/06/2021 No Comments
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11 MAY: GRHC’s Urban Food Production Virtual Symposium!

A year into the COVID-19 pandemic, we have all been affected tremendously. With this, people are beginning to look for innovative solutions that will allow them to bounce back. Urban agriculture has grown rapidly in popularity and is quickly being understood as a resilient solution to COVID19. Urban agriculture helps support strong local economies and brings communities back together again, two things that are vital in COVID19 recovery. Not only will urban agriculture be an effective solution with COVID19, but it also provides many other benefits.           When you think of urban agriculture you probably think about urban space for food production, especially for fruits and vegetables. But, there are other viable types of production that you can get involved in, including microgreens, mushrooms, and edible insects! As well, urban agriculture has more capabilities than food production! It supports local economies, creates jobs, improves food access, and provides ecosystem services. On May 11th, Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is hosting the Urban Food Production Virtual Symposium. The agenda will provide managers, researchers, and urban planners with an understanding of this burgeoning industry and tools to adopt these practices. GRHC brings together early adopters and pioneers so we can understand their successes and losses. Approved for 3.75 APLD CEUs, 3.75 ASLA CEUs, 4 GRP CEUs and 3 AIA CEUs. Admission: $50 USD To learn more and register for the event: https://greenroofs.org/virtualevents/2021/5/11/urban-food-production-virtual-symposium

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05/06/2021 No Comments
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Competition for the best diploma thesis on green roofs and living walls

In the fall of 2020, PSDZ for the first time launched a competition for authors of master’s and engineering theses on green roofs and walls. Competition works were sent by the end of January 2021, and the results of the competition were announced in March. Diploma theses for the competition were sent from 12 universities from all over Poland. The awards are of a financial nature and free annual membership in the Polish Green Roof Association. In addition, in the case of engineering diploma theses, the first prize was a 2-week internship at Optigrün in Germany; and for the second place – a 2-week internship at Optigrün in Poland. Members of the jury awarded prizes for: –        high substantive and graphic level –        originality of the design idea –        application of solutions limiting the influence of the building on the environment and local climate In the category of master’s theses, the winners were: 1st place – Paula Karpowicz and Anna Karbowska from Cracow University of Technology, supervisor:  Barbara Zin, PhD 2nd place – Aleksandra Irzyk from Cracow University of Technology, supervisor: Tomasz Kapecki, PhD 3rd place – Magdalena Bieryło from University of Ecology and Management in Warsaw, supervisor: Janusz Marchwiński, PhD  In the category of engineering diploma theses: 1st place – Łukasz Modrzejewski from Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, supervisor: Tomasz Głowacki, PhD 2nd place – Marcelina Smolarczyk from Cracow University of Technology, supervisor: Izabela Styka, PhD 3rd place – the jury did not award the third place

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04/29/2021 No Comments
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Green roofs in the national program “Moja woda” (“My Water”)

As a result of the PSDZ petition, green roofs are included in the national program “Moja woda” (“My Water”) – as confirmation of the success of our efforts, the Polish Green Roofs Association received an official letter from the Minister of Climate and Environment. “Moja woda” is a national government program that was opened in 2020 and the deadline for submitting applications is 30/06/2024. From this year, owners of private properties can apply for reimbursement of the costs of purchase, delivery and construction of rainwater retention systems on roofs (green roofs). The program aims to protect water resources and minimize drought in Poland by increasing the retention in private home gardens and the use of retained rainwater and snowmelt, including the development of green and blue infrastructure. The strategic goal of the program is to increase the level of protection against the effects of climate change and natural threats (in accordance with the directions of activities set out in the “Strategic Adaptation Plan for sectors and areas sensitive to climate change until 2020 with a perspective until 2030” and the National Environmental Policy 2030 – development strategy in the field of environment and water management). This is the first national program in Poland that includes partial financing of green roofs.

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04/29/2021 No Comments
EU chapter

WGIN selected as partner of the New European Bauhaus

The World Green Infrastructure Network (WGIN) has been selected as official partner of the New European Bauhaus (NEB). The New European Bauhaus initiative aims to connect the European Green Deal to our living spaces by calling on all Europeans to imagine and build together a sustainable and inclusive future that is beautiful for our eyes, minds, and souls. Being inspired by the 1920s Bauhaus current, that synthesized scientific, technological and artistic innovation and transformation, the NEB pushes for cross-disciplinary debates and ideas to rethink our current practices and rebuild our places according to the principles of, sustainability, quality of experience and inclusiveness. During the co-design phase of the initiative, the New European Bauhaus teamed up with inspiring networks, associations, and organisations that are committed to act as promoters and key interlocutors throughout the project. WGIN is proud to join the community of NEB partners, which include leading architecture, design and urban planning schools, universities, NGOs as well as networks of cities, mayors and local authorities. Through the inputs of contributors and partners, the NEB co-design phase will lead to the launch of at least five concrete pilot projects in different EU Member states, as innovative projects bringing the new Bauhaus concept to life. Green infrastructure, such as green roofs and walls, are a perfect example of combining sustainability with aesthetic and inclusiveness and can greatly help reconnect nature and human beings in cities and urban areas across Europe. The full list of official partners can be found here

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04/17/2021 No Comments
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DF French School

In an educational building. Chosen in an international Brazil-France competition, the project hosts the French School located in Brasília, Brazil’s capital city. The desing integrates harmoniously with the surroundings, as it respects the mold defined by the slope of Brasília’s urban design. The building presents a modular rhythm with several voids that allow the user to constantly observe the external landscapes, contemplating green spaces and sunlight. Biophilia, highlighted in the several green roofs dressing the building rooftops, increases motivation, improves users’ mood and performance and does not limit learning to the classroom alone. A community garden Green Roof/Wall System: Single Source Provider Roof/Wall Size: 3300 sqm Roof Accessibility/Amenity: Yes Number of Greenroofs / Walls on Property: 1 Roof/Wall Slope: 3 Open to the Public: Yes Designer: Instituto Cidade JardimYear: 2020City: Rio de Janeiro owner website

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04/15/2021 No Comments
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