Green Roofs for Healthy Cities Releases Inspiring Podcast Episode with Dr. Sabine O’Hara

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities releases a new captivating podcast on the Living Architecture Monitor episode featuring esteemed educator and advocate, Dr. Sabine O’Hara, Ph.D., from the University of the District of Columbia. Titled "Sustainable Futures: Integrating Food Systems in the Urban Landscape with Sabine O'Hara," the episode delves into Dr. O’Hara’s work in urban agriculture, food justice, and sustainability. Listen to the podcast here and visit the Living Architecture Monitor for more podcasts and articles on green infrastructure.

In her multifaceted career, Dr. O’Hara has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of underserved communities. As the leader of the innovative PhD program in Urban Leadership & Entrepreneurship at the University of the District of Columbia, she has pioneered initiatives aimed at integrating agricultural, environmental, and health sciences to empower students and residents to thrive in the green innovation economy.

Listeners will be inspired by Dr. O’Hara’s insights on enhancing food equity, promoting health and wellbeing through sustainable food systems, and fostering community resilience through the power of green infrastructure. Her dedication to creating sustainable solutions for urban environments serves as a beacon of hope in our quest for a healthier and more equitable society.

Listeners can access the episode on the Living Architecture Monitor. Additionally, Dr. O’Hara’s new book, "Food Justice in American Cities: Stories of Health and Resilience," offers further insights into her groundbreaking work and is available for purchase on Amazon.

About Us:

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is a non-profit 501(c)(6) professional industry association working to grow the green roof and wall industry throughout North America since 1999. Our mission is to develop and protect the market by increasing the awareness of the economic, social, and environmental benefits of green roofs, green walls, and other forms of living architecture through education, advocacy, professional development, and celebrations of excellence. 

We publish The Living Architecture Monitor quarterly online magazine where industry leaders share their insights and expertise. These articles increase awareness of the economic, social, and environmental benefits of green roofs, walls and other forms of living architecture. 

We also offer free access to The Living Architecture Academy, an online professional development platform which is dedicated to bringing you the best, most up to date professional training information on design, installation and maintenance practices across a wide range of green infrastructure topics. The LAA offers short lectures and multi-day courses such as: Green Roof Professional Training, Introduction to Green Walls, Biodiverse Green Roof Maintenance, and more.  

We also publish the Green Pages: Industry Green Roof and Wall Directory which is designed to support you with your living architecture projects by providing a list of trusted manufacturers, suppliers of accessories, green walls, nurseries, and certified Green Roof Professionals (GRPs). From small-scale residential projects to large commercial installations, this directory has everything you need to find support to create a sustainable and beautiful living space.

Save the date and join us for our 20th Anniversary of CitiesAlive in Toronto in November, 2024! We are currently accepting Call for Proposals, seeking practical, cutting edge presentations or research papers on green roofs, and living walls. 


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