Why green roofs have the power to reduce flooding in cities
Rachel Schoutsen
Monday, April 26th 2021, 6:00 am - If more Canadians commit to green roofs, we could collectively reduce the harm caused by catastrophic flooding.
Imagine a garden on your roof: plants growing, trees thriving, and, most importantly, excess water absorbed by nature rather than inundating your basement. The concept of a “green roof” has come to life in many cities across North America. Not only are they a stunning scene but also a solution to urban flooding.
“A green roof is a system that you apply to a waterproof roof which allows you to safely and securely grow plants,” explained Steven Peck, Founder of Green Roofs for Healthy Cities.
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Ryerson s Daphne Cockwell Health Science Complex (DCC) is a massive development with nearly 175,000 square feet of labs below and 18 storeys of students residences above.
The 29-storey Complex opened officially in late 2019 at Church, just north of Dundas, and took just under four years to complete.
Ryerson s Daphne Cockwell Health Science Complex opened in 2019.
Designed by architects Perkins&Will and constructed by Eastern Construction Company Ltd., the DCC combines four academic departments: the Schools of Nursing, Midwifery, Nutrition, and Occupational and Public Health.