# Eco Sod Roof Abodes Greening Roofs With Sod Allow You to Live Eco-Friendly With Ease By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2013-02-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greening-roofs References: [ecosalon](http://ecosalon.com/urban-gardens-green-roofs-sod/) & [motherearthnews](http://www.motherearthnews.com/modern-homesteading/green-roof-zmaz72ndztak.aspx) If you are committed to living an [Eco-friendly lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tign-tiny-homes) and are seeking to redefine your living space then [greening roofs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heineken-seoul-rooftops) may be the option for you. Greening roofs essentially cover the top of your abode with sod, fauna and flora. This method is natural, will not disrupt the earth and is environmentally conscious. Instead of using wasteful materials and toxic chemicals for architectural design, you can incorporate green elements such as a [sod roof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-house-1) into your design to minimize your carbon footprint. Sod roofs may seem unusual, but they are visually enchanting and will allow you to sleep at night without pondering the damage you are doing to the environment. The greenery on your roof will create a temperature moderating effect. Thus, it will keep you cool in the summer and warm and cozy in the winter. Greening roofs are a wonderful idea and will help you redefine you commitment to staying green. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Greening Roofs:** Greening roofs using sod and flora can redefine architectural design by incorporating natural green elements that minimize environmental impact. - **Eco-friendly Living:** Living an eco-friendly lifestyle by incorporating green roofs can help reduce carbon footprint and promote environmentally conscious choices. - **Temperature Moderation:** Sod roofs create a temperature moderating effect, keeping homes cool in the summer and warm in the winter, providing a more sustainable and comfortable living environment. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** The architecture and design industry can explore innovative ways to incorporate greening roofs and sod roofs into their projects, redefining sustainable building practices. - **Construction:** The construction industry can capitalize on the trend of greening roofs by offering specialized services and materials for the installation and maintenance of sod roofs. - **Environmental Conservation:** The environmental conservation industry can promote and educate about the benefits of greening roofs as a practical solution for reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable living. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Covered Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-kd45.md) - [Green Roof Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shibanee-kamal.md) - [Eco-Focused Family Housing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rewild-homes.md) - [Urban Roofscape Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/central-yards.md) - [Planted Roof Extension Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hope-villa.md) - [Urban Greening Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-green.md) - [Sustainable Country Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/three-oaks-farm.md) - [Climate-Managing Greenhouse Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livable-greenhouse.md) - [Eco‑tiny Sanctuarys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tign-tiny-homes.md)