More than 2,000 condominium units are currently under way downtown, a level that is well above the number absorbed last year.
Archive for April, 2006
Green roof infrastructure (a.k.a. eco-roofs and vegetated roofs) involve the use of technologies that incorporate drainage systems, high quality waterproofing, a root-repellant layer, light-weight growing media and specially selected plants onto the roofs of buildings. The benefits of green roofing are widespread and include a significant reduction in storm-water run- off, better heat and sound insulation, energy savings, improved air quality and reduction in the City’s urban heat island. Other benefits include increased park space, improved aesthetics, community gardening and biodiversity.
First-of-its-kind industry survey shows tremendous growth in going green. Read More
