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World Green Roof Congress 2010
Feb 01 2010
Green Roofs For A Changing Climate
The World Green Roof Congress (WGRC) brings together leading green roof experts from across the world, providing a platform for communicating the latest case studies, research and policy initiatives. This exciting and respected congress drives the uptake and implementation of green roofs, providing a greater understanding of their benefits and stimulates innovation.
We're Hiring: Site/Contract Manager
Mar 06 2010
We are looking for an experienced Site/Contract Manager to cover the Midlands and the North of England.
Gargantuan Green Roof Planned for Seoul, South Korea
Feb 01 2010
Worldarchitecturenews.com reports that a new giant-sized eco dome is planned for the city of Seoul, South Korea. 131 acres in size, and the newest green bully on the block, the new green roof is designed by Samoo Architects and Engineers.
Green Roofs Shown to Offset Warming
Oct 07 2009
Oct. 6, 2009 -- Filling rooftops with plants and dirt can help pull a modest amount of heat-trapping carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere, found a new study, reports Emily Sohn, Discovery News
Oct 05 2009
It’s good to see another green wall project in a public building after the recent failure of the living wall at Paradise Park in Islington, London, according to Hattie Harman, Sustainability Editor of the Architects' Journal.
Green Roofs a Planning Essential?
Sep 15 2009
Manchester City Council has pledged to do all it can to reduce carbon emissions across the city. As part of this drive the Council is promoting green roofs and has carried out a feasibility study into making green roofs part of its planning requirements. The study assesses the potential for introducing green roof spaces on new and existing buildings according to Greenroofstoday
Sky Garden attract new investor with eye to future
Aug 26 2009
David Rutherford has joined the board of Sky Garden Greenroofs following his investment in the company this summer.
Manchester looks into green roofs for all new large buildings
Sep 15 2009
Drivers Jonas and EDAW AECOM have been asked by Manchester City Council and the Commission for the New Economy to look into a city-wide green roof drive.
Green shoots growing fast at Sky Gardens Greenroofs
Jun 17 2009
The increasing demand for sedum roofs within the building and roofing market in the UK has resulted in Sky Garden Greenroofs recruiting experienced technical sales manager, Simon Smith.
Energy Researchers Looking for Green Roof Partners
Sep 15 2009
A transition to a low carbon economy, whilst ensuring a secure energy supply is one of the greatest challenges facing the UK today. Recognising this grand challenge, the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) has awarded £7M to the University of Sheffield to establish E-Futures, a Doctoral Training Centre for energy research.
Cities to Sizzle as Islands of Heat
May 18 2009
The Sunday Times reports (10-05-09) that London and other cities could see summer temperatures rise to more than 10C above those in the surrounding countryside, according to Met Office research.
School develops roof garden with a difference
Apr 06 2009
An Oldham school has brought the countryside to the town centre by creating a roof garden so the children can study the wildlife attracted to the plants and shrubs. Click here to see BBC report.
Cotswold Company Grasses Up London Law Firm
Sep 14 2009
We're used to the exodus of city people to experience the green and pleasant land that is our beloved Cotswolds, but have you heard of taking the Cotswolds to the City? That's just what Gloucestershire based Green Roof company - Greenfix Sky-Garden - has done.
New lease of LIFE for Green Roofs - Groundwork Sheffield gets go-ahead for £640,000 project
Apr 06 2009
Groundwork Sheffield is pleased to announce it has successfully secured European Life+ funding to raise the standard of green roof design and installation across the UK.
Want to offset your holiday flight?
Apr 06 2009
Click here to find out more about the theory and practice behind offsetting. Michael Willoughby explores and discovers wildly differing costs for a return flight to Malaga from the price of a latte to a hardback book.
Green Roofs - An Integral Part of Plaid Cymru's Environmental Policy
Apr 06 2009
Welsh National Party Plaid Cymru has raised the profile and potential of green roofs in Wales by making them a feature of its policies to improve the environment and public health.
