Eagle Street Rooftop Farm is one of a growing number of green roof projects popping up in urban settings. The 6,000-square-foot organic garden project, designed by Lisa Goode, tops a Brooklyn warehouse.
Goode says that green roofs reduce utility bills by helping to regulate building heat and extending roof-use life cycle. The roof at the Eagle Street Rooftop Farm includes an installation of 'rooflite' Certified Green Roof Media and helps to re-route rainwater that would otherwise go directly to storm drains.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Green Roofs
- The trend towards creating green rooftops in urban areas presents opportunities for companies specializing in eco-friendly construction and design.
- Urban Farming
- The increasing popularity of urban farms, as showcased by the Eagle Street Rooftop Farm, creates potential for companies to offer sustainable solutions for urban agriculture.
- Rainwater Collection
- As more green roofs use rainwater collection systems to increase environmental sustainability, businesses can provide innovative rainwater harvesting products and services.
Where This Applies
- Construction
- With the growth of green roof projects, the construction industry can integrate eco-friendly building practices into their services.
- Agriculture
- The increasing interest in urban farming presents opportunities for the agriculture industry, including developing new technologies for vertical farming or hydroponics.
- Water Management
- With more buildings implementing rainwater collection systems, the water management industry can provide innovative solutions and technologies that improve water conservation and management.
