Eagle Street Rooftop Farm is a 6,000-Square-Foot NYC Project
Katie Cordrey — June 29, 2010 — Eco
References: rooftopfarms.org & brownstoner
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.
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.
Trend Themes
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Green Roofs — The trend towards creating green rooftops in urban areas presents opportunities for companies specializing in eco-friendly construction and design.
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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.
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Rainwater Collection — As more green roofs use rainwater collection systems to increase environmental sustainability, businesses can provide innovative rainwater harvesting products and services.
Industry Implications
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Construction — With the growth of green roof projects, the construction industry can integrate eco-friendly building practices into their services.
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Agriculture — The increasing interest in urban farming presents opportunities for the agriculture industry, including developing new technologies for vertical farming or hydroponics.
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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.
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