Green Roof Soil - Great Opportunities Ahead! Part 1 by Purple-Roof

Green Roof Soil - Great Opportunities Ahead! Part 1 by Purple-Roof Written and narrated by Dr. Anna Zakrisson _____

Green roof soil biology – why should I care? Traditionally, green roof soil biology (or soil health) has not been considered a central factor for improving stormwater management or nutrient runoff in green roofs. This life-giving layer has merely been viewed as a compartment for water, and the intricacies and complexities of the biological systems have often been ignored.

We think that this one-dimensional view results in the loss of great opportunities. We are convinced that improving the roof’s soil biology helps creates a sustainable ecosystem, which can have profound positive impacts on vegetation stability, nutrient runoff, and stormwater retention, all leading to significant cost reductions for the end user.

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Read the full article on the Purple-Roof blog: www.purple-roof.com/post/green-roof…anagement-tools

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