This article explores how cities like Portland can achieve Project Drawdown’s 9% green roof coverage target by 2050 through innovative economic strategies, public-private partnerships, and workforce development. Scaling green roofs transforms urban infrastructure, delivers climate benefits, and generates local jobs while addressing market limitations and the climate crisis.

This article explores developments like modified native plant species, blue-green roof systems, bio-solar roof technology, slope stabilization, new plant species, maintenance technology, and innovative green infrastructure policies. These innovations aim to enhance sustainability, stormwater management, and biodiversity in urban environments.

This article chronicles the birth of LiveRoof® and profiles some of the many innovations that are at the heart of this company, such as how to make biodiverse green roofs more appealing to customers.

A brief history of solar PV and green roof technology coupled with the latest developments in biosolar rooftops, bifacial solar technology.

The City Council of Shiraz secures green roof maintenance by requiring developers to set aside maintenance funds for five years and inspecting maintenance annually.