Going Green on the Roof

Friday, June 18, 2010 - 16:30 in Earth & Climate

A green roof is covered with a waterproof membrane, a growing medium and vegetation. Environmentalists have long touted the benefits of green roofs, which they say include cooling the environment, and helping to absorb CO2.

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