Specification considerations for blue roof SuDS attenuation systems

As the weather is forecasted to be more erratic over the coming decades, due to temperature rises, Andrew Keer, southern sales manager at ABG, provides an in-depth guide into SuDS drainage systems, which could be the best option as drainage systems that discharge water as quickly as possible become less desirable.

Small is beautiful on World Green Roof Day

World Green Roof Day, the brainchild of Chris Bridgman from Bridgman & Bridgman, is being delivered by green roof expert Dusty Gedge. The occasion will also see the launch of the Green Roof Organisation, which is a UK trade body responsible for the green roof code of practice.

Alumasc on target for WWII bunker

The bunker was built in 1941 as a decay target for German bombers

Single green roof solution in one delivery

VerdiRoof by Verdico offers a variety of coverings accommodated by a build up that can be delivered all in one go

Green roof proves sustainable solution at Eco-Lodge

Firestone Building Products provides green roof for a new garden ‘Eco Lodge’ in Gloucestershire

New solar support systems for green roofs from Optigrün

New from Optigrün is the Solar FKD and Solar WRB, which are both load-supported solar mounting frames for penetration-free roof mounting of PV modules in combination with an extensive green roof system.

Discovery Centre green roof thrives

Grass was planted on top of 1,900m² of Sundolitt XPS insulation

Achieving BREEAM with biodiverse green

Award-winning green roofing from Icopal supports BREEAM excellent project

Leicester City Council installs 30 ‘living’ roofs on bus stops

Leicester City Council has installed 30 new ‘green’ bus stops with ‘living’ roofs in the city centre as part of its ambitions to be carbon neutral and climate-adapted by 2030.

Blackdown green roof provides unique space at Greenwich University

Installation across 14 terraced roofs makes largest multifunctional roof space in London