15 Jun 07
Originally posted by lepomisSeems like a good idea, really.
Does anyone know if Bill Clinton was kidding when he suggested that we should be using sod roofs instead of tar and shingles? I don't even think Gore has one of these does he?
http://www.ecoroofsystems.com/history_files/c_history.html
15 Jun 07
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Originally posted by lepomisI heard a long rave by the CEO of Ford Motor Company say that having an eco roof over the hectares of factory space they need to produce a vehicle, saves them millions a year in heating bills and roof maintenance.
Does anyone know if Bill Clinton was kidding when he suggested that we should be using sod roofs instead of tar and shingles? I don't even think Gore has one of these does he?
Apparently in order to have a structure that can take the soil, although that might mean an added initial cost, once the 'field' is 'planted' it can serve as a natural filter that reduces their liability to pay certain taxes which are indexed to the amount of environmental waste they produce(they apparently can pump some of their noxious industrial emissions through this system) as well as the fact that they then have a roof that will not leak and they then avoid a lot of costly maintenance.
The major cost saving, though, seams to come from the fact that by having a sod roof they end up with a 'thermostat' that regulates the range of temperatures inside the building much closer to that which humans find comfortable to work in, therefore saving FoMoCo a fortune each year in heating and cooling costs for the work environment.
15 Jun 07
Originally posted by lepomisIt's not going far enough to save the world from doom. Doom I say! Earthships are the only solution.
Does anyone know if Bill Clinton was kidding when he suggested that we should be using sod roofs instead of tar and shingles? I don't even think Gore has one of these does he?
http://www.earthship.org/build/community.php
15 Jun 07
Originally posted by lepomisFairly minimal if you go for an extensive green roof.
Does anyone have one? They look pretty neat, but how tough is the upkeep?
You can find all the info you'll need here.
http://www.livingroofs.org/menumachine/lr1/navigation.html
I was looking into putting one on my house, but ultimately it didn't suit the plans. A lot of benefits, especially in urban areas.
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15 Jun 07
Originally posted by RagnorakI am thinking of trying it on one of my garages first... then maybe the house. Thanks for the link.
Fairly minimal if you go for an extensive green roof.
You can find all the info you'll need here.
http://www.livingroofs.org/menumachine/lr1/navigation.html
I was looking into putting one on my house, but ultimately it didn't suit the plans. A lot of benefits, especially in urban areas.
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