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Congress proceedings are available
Within 190 pages, the proceedings of the 2nd International Green Roof Congress contains contributions from the specialists, architects, planners, and installation companies demonstrating how green roofs can be safely planned and implemented today, using concrete object examples, from the simple garage greening to the 30.000 m² landscaped park. The section 'Funding support for green roofs' offers a full overview of municipal green roof support in Germany and internationally. The proceedings are available in English and German, and can be ordered for 39,80 Euro + shipping at www.greenroofworld.com.
Green Roof visions perfectly transferred
At the 2nd International Green Roof Congress in Nuertingen (25 - 27 May, 2009), architects, installers, scientists and municipal planners gave the proof that green roofs have become integral to modern urban architecture. Read the Review of the congress at www.greenroofworld.com.
From 25th to 27th May 2009, Stuttgart / Nuertingen (Germany) will become the platform for the world of green roofs. The event, which is under the patronage of the German Federal Ministry of Transport, Building and Urban Affairs, is being organized by the International Green Roof Association (IGRA) and the German Roof Gardener Association (DDV). The congress programme will have a distinctively interactive style with practical workshops and green roof excursions. The congress languages are English/German (simultaneous transla-tion). More information and online registration is available at www.greenroofworld.com.
The Technical Report has supported the development of a new Living Roofs Policy in the London Plan which will promote the adoption of Living Roofs across London. The policy states that the Mayor will, and boroughs should, expect major developments to incorporate living roofs and walls where feasible. It is expected that this will include roof and wall planting to deliver a number of objectives including accessible roof space, adapting to and mitigating climate change, sustainable urban drainage, enhancing biodiversity and improved appearance. Boroughs should also encourage the use of living roofs in smaller developments and extensions where the opportunity arises. The document features several case studies and a wealth of useful information. A PDF copy of the report is available for download from the GLA web-site www.london.gov.uk and from Alumasc at www.alumasc-exteriors.co.uk.