Green Roofs: Integrating Blue and Gray into Green
Maximize rainwater retention while maintaining a functional space
Sponsored by SOPREMA, Inc. | By Tom Stuewe
SOPREMA offers a comprehensive line of commercial roofing, waterproofing, wall protection and civil engineering solutions combining superior products and systems with decades of proven performance. Our solutions include industry leading SBS-modified bitumen membranes, polymeric PMMA/PMA liquid applied membranes and synthetic single ply PVC membranes.
Originally published in Building Enclosure
Originally published in May 2022
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Identify several types of green roof systems, as well as advantages and disadvantages of these systems with regard to site conditions and project goals.
- Describe the components that make up these systems, the range of options for each component type, and their benefits and drawbacks.
- Explore structural, drainage and waterproofing considerations at transitions between planted and paved areas.
- Employ strategies for integrating planting beds with adjacent hardscapes to maximize water detention and retention in green roofs.
