Design strategies for integration of green roofs in sustainable housing
Green roofs are the integration of plant material and its supporting structures in buildings. Such an approach provides a habitat for local flora and fauna, helps manage storm water, reduces heat demand in winter and the cooling load in the summer, enhances the aesthetic values of dwellings, provide...
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| Language: | English |
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Universidad Politécnica de Valencia
2015-12-01
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| Series: | Vitruvio: International Journal of Architectural Technology and Sustainability |
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| Online Access: | https://polipapers.upv.es/index.php/vitruvio/article/view/4475 |