Green Roofs under a blanket of snow A green roof blanketed in snow appears quiet and inactive. The growing season is dormant, but beneath the soft, white layer, these systems are remarkably productive. The winter season is one of survival, protection and preparation. While vegetation seemingly hibernates, there are complex ecological and structural processes at […]
Across continents, cities are intentionally weaving nature into their urban fabric. From powerful regulatory frameworks to technical innovation, green infrastructure is being embraced beyond its aesthetic. It’s being recognized for delivering ecosystem services such as purifying air and water, mitigating floods, cooling urban heat and supporting biodiversity. Sustainability isn’t limited to greening, it’s about rooting […]
“The most expensive house is the one that has to be built twice.” The phrase, attributed to the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) emphasizes building homes for todays’ climate. A balanced approach that prioritizes adaptive infrastructure and mitigation strategies like reducing emissions, managing stormwater and improving thermal efficiency is gaining traction among homeowners. We […]
Before the term had a name it was a guiding principle for many ancient cultures, especially Indigenous communities who inherently understood and respected the balance achieved when we coexist with nature. Early humans were closely intertwined with the environment, relying on landscapes, its vegetation and animal life for everything from food to shelter. Their […]
Pro tips to reawaken plants When you start to hear the birds chirping again it’s a clear sign that Spring has arrived. It’s also a signal that your green roof is coming out of its winter hibernation and will require a return to maintenance. What it will need varies from site to site and the […]
Environmental Employment is on the Rise Across various industries, workforce shifts are driven by the growing need for sustainable infrastructure and the broader adoption of low-carbon development – both powerful motivators. Our post-industrialization era has impacted the way we live today, compelling us to focus on what we need – to live better tomorrow. Cleaner […]
Why do we make New Year’s resolutions? Making resolutions isn’t a new trend. Historians say that the origins of New Year celebrations and personal pledges, to be and do better, were made by the ancient Babylonians some 4,000 years ago. Today worldwide celebrations happen at the turn of the calendar, but the ancients observed in […]
