Key Advantages Of Green Roofs

A green roof helps to blend the building into its surroundings and, in part, replaces the permeable land surface that would have been lost if the building had not been built in the first place.

Fremont, CA: Living roofs can provide new areas for the local ecology to thrive as cities continue to absorb the habitats of our indigenous plants, insects, and birds. Landscaping flat roofs is an efficient and practical use of space that helps sustain and replace lost habitats.

Ecological

Creates a natural habitat for flora and fauna: A living roof can establish a local ecology where vegetation can develop and provide a home for smaller elements of wildlife, insects, and invertebrates.

Improves Biodiversity by Encouraging a Greater Diversity of Species in the Area

Creating a healthy habitat in an area that would otherwise be vacant: aids in the natural colonization of locally arising plants, birds, and small animals.

Environmental

Soft landscaping reduces the risk of flooding by retaining a large proportion of annual rainfall and reducing runoff. This is especially helpful in Sustainable Urban Drainage (SUD) schemes. This is because the volume of water contained is proportional to the depth of the substrate used in landscaping. In the video below, you can see how green roofs help with water runoff management.