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The Science Behind LiveRoof | Stormwater Management
For civil engineers, planners, and municipalities, stormwater management is among the most valuable functions of green roofs. By detaining and retaining rainfall at the source, LiveRoof® reduces demand on municipal sewers, stormwater tunnels, and detention basins, enabling more sustainable and cost-effective infrastructure. Rainwater Capture and Retention The [...]
15 Years Later: Intermountain’s First LiveRoof® Is Still Thriving
Montana State Fund: Where It All Began Intermountain Roofscape Supply | Helena, Montana Installed 2011 Some projects are memorable because of their size, design or setting. Others stand out because they mark a beginning. The Intermountain Roofscape Supply, the Montana State Fund headquarters in Helena, Montana, [...]
14 Years Later: A LiveRoof® Residents Still Love to Watch
Village at the Pines: A Living View That Never Stays the Same Grand Haven, Michigan | Installed Summer 2012 For more than a decade, the LiveRoof® green roofs at Village at the Pines have been changing with the seasons—and giving residents something new to see along the [...]
#2 – Caring for Caregivers: How Green Roofs Support Medical Staff Wellness
Workforce Resilience as Strategic Priority Healthcare organizations are facing sustained workforce pressure. Staffing shortages, emotional fatigue, and the cumulative demands of caregiving continue to challenge hospitals nationwide. While compensation, staffing models, and culture are critical components of retention, the physical environment also plays a role in shaping daily [...]
#1 Healing by Design: How Green Roofs Support Patient Recovery
The Environment as Clinical Infrastructure Healthcare leaders increasingly recognize that patient outcomes are influenced not only by clinical expertise, but by the environment in which care is delivered. As hospitals grow vertically and campuses become denser, access to restorative green space is often limited, particularly for patients [...]
The Science Behind LiveRoof | Patient Recovery & Staff Wellness
Why Nature Belongs in Health Care Design In Ontario, green roofs are required on healthcare facilities for roofs overlooked by patient rooms — a policy rooted in a growing body of research showing that access to nature improves health outcomes. This reflects a broader shift in healthcare design [...]
A Decade of Green Roof Performance in Calgary
Longevity in a Challenging Prairie Climate Calgary, AB | EcoLogic Horticulture Built for a Demanding Climate In Calgary, Alberta, green roofs experience some of the most challenging rooftop conditions in North America. Intense UV exposure, drying winds, freeze-thaw cycles, and prolonged winter conditions can all impact [...]
Eskenazi Health Expands with New LiveRoof® Installation
Eskenazi Health Expands Its Commitment to Sustainability with New LiveRoof® Installation Installed 2025 | Indianapolis, IN In 2025, Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana expanded its long-standing commitment to sustainability with the installation of a 10,593 square foot LiveRoof® green roof. Designed with six custom-grown [...]
The Science Behind LiveRoof | Wind Resistance
High winds present a significant design challenge for green roof assemblies. Wind pressure can displace growing media, stress vegetation, or uplift plants and soil if the system is not properly engineered. LiveRoof® has addressed these challenges through extensive testing, adherence to recognized design standards, and the development of a [...]
What 10+ Years Reveals About Green Roof Performance
Longevity in Practice: A 10-Year LiveRoof® Case Study at LMU Los Angeles, CA | Florasource Ltd. What does a green roof really look like after 10 years - and what does it reveal about long-term performance and maintenance? Envisioned by Dr. Richard Plumb, then Dean of [...]
The Science Behind LiveRoof | Energy Savings
In an era of rising energy costs and increasing demands for sustainable building design, LiveRoof® green roof systems stand out not just for their beauty and environmental performance, but for measurable reductions in building energy use. From moderating roof temperatures to enhancing the performance of rooftop solar, the science [...]
How Ronald McDonald House Green Roofs Were Designed to Last in Atlanta
Designed to Last: The Long-Term Performance of the Ronald McDonald House Green Roofs in Atlanta Atlanta, GA | Horizon Roofscapes A green roof should be as resilient as it is beautiful. In the Southeast, a green roof must do more than look good at installation. The true [...]