3.1.2.2. Green Roofs

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a green roof?

   Hint

   Think about roofs you may have seen with plants.

2. 2.

   Name one benefit of green roofs.

   Hint

   What do they help control during heavy rains?

3. 3.

   What is the main ecological benefit of green roofs?

   • Reduce air pollution
   • Increase urban sprawl
   • Provide structural support
   • None of the above

   Hint

   Think about the environment.

4. 4.

   True or False: Green roofs can help decrease the urban heat island effect.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what roofs do to temperatures.

5. 5.

   Design a comprehensive green roof plan for a large public library considering structural, ecological, and community aspects.

   Hint

   Look at successful examples of community-focused green roofs.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the potential impact of a green roof on a downtown area dealing with heavy flooding.

   Hint

   Consider how much water can be absorbed.