Cities are still catching up with the natural protection systems that can make a difference when engineered infrastructure is overwhelmed by severe weather.

An experiment at the University of Cambridge highlights the environmental cost of a well-manicured lawn

Sunderland’s vibrant living roof bus shelters are now gracing the cityscape, bringing a splash of colour and contributing to a cleaner, greener urban environment.

Scientists in the Netherlands have assessed how the so-called blue-green roofs can help reduce the operating temperature of rooftop PV panels and have found they provide a significant cooling effect.

A piece of cutting-edge technology called FarmBot is ushering in a new era of sustainability and healthy living at Cleveland State University’s (CSU) Rec Center.

Experts have said Britain must proactively respond to the changing climate.

A tomato crop is not a long range prospect, raising the promise of adding to Chennai’s supply through gardens and rooftop producers.

After six years, the World Green Infrastructure Congress finally took place in Germany again and became the world's largest event on the subject of greening buildings to date!

Mill Mountain Zoo in Roanoke, Va., pioneers conservation with green roof that doubles as an educational exhibit

More companies are eschewing manicured grass in favor of native plants, a shift driven by the environmental costs of installing and maintaining lawns.

New research has found that plants can efficiently remove toxic gasoline fumes from indoor air.

Natural elements are used to respond to the impacts of climate change

Scientific research suggests green infrastructure can offer urban residents a wide range of benefits.

In the quest for a greener future, two technologies have emerged as key players in the fight against environmental degradation: solar power and green roofs.

Parks and urban greenery can help reduce the impact of extreme heat waves

Researchers found that vertical green-living walls can save up to 20 per cent of the energy used for air circulation in closed offices and spaces.

As New York City spends billions preparing for its next flood, new research suggests a cheaper resource may already be scattered across the five boroughs

Could environmentally friendly designs be an asset to viticulture?

Roofscapes, a startup founded by three MIT students, is planning to build green spaces on pitched roofs in Paris, to decrease temperatures while improving quality of life.

There is now overwhelming evidence of the value of adding plants and living walls to our indoor spaces, from offices and hospitals to shopping malls and airports.