Accelerating uptake and removing barriers to green roofs in Australia
The benefits and function of green roofs in urban environments are well documented, with green roofs an established tool for creating cooler, more biodiverse and liveable cities.
However, the number and area of Australian green roofs is increasing at an incremental pace compared to other regions worldwide, with the green roof industry concentrated to a small number of companies, and unlike overseas there are currently very few nurseries specialising specifically in green roof plants.
This nursery paper outlines the aims, progress and outputs of a four-year industry-focused research project that seeks to expand the Australian green roof knowledge base around green roof plant selection, green roof management and maintenance, and the restorative benefits of green roofs for people.
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