This technical description will depict the parts and characteristics of a general green roof water recycling system.
Introduction
Audience
This description is aimed toward the general public to be informed on this form of Green Technology and how it benefits our environment.
Purpose
Sustainable and environmental technology, also known as “green” technology has become a trend in the design world as our culture has began moving into this era of “going green.” This roof system is an example of green technology being implemented into buildings and structures that the average person sees on a day-to-day basis. Essentially this description will help the general public will gain knowledge on stormwater reclamation through green roof technology. The audience will also be left with the ability to identify this technique on buildings that they might possibly see everyday.
Topic
Green roofs, also known as “living roofs” are a restorative and protective system applied to the roof of buildings or structures. Essentially it is an extra vegetative layer on the roof of a building. Green roofs collect rainwater to later be reused to run specific facilities. This rainwater is then run through a series of tanks and filters before being reused as greywater. Greywater is non-potable water that can be used for things such as flushing toilets and crop irrigation.
Overview
This description depicts the characteristics of a green roof and the process of recycling and reusingthe water that
#19. The green roof provides shade, remove air particulates. Protects the roof from sun damage, and cool the air as water lost moist from plants leaves.
Every group had its own suggestions for green infrastructure. The most popular method among the projects was the implementation of green roofs. As every group stated, green roofs can help regulate temperatures inside buildings, saving costs on heating and cooling. They are handy in capturing storm water runoff, which can then be used for food production. Group A did a good job showing these benefits, but neglected to consider the possible detrimental
Refers to reducing the usage of water and recycling of waste water for different purposes such as cleaning, manufacturing, and agricultural irrigation.
Green buildings could become one of the main factors to preserve our rapidly decaying environment. There is no easy way to define a green building, but a green building is essentially a structure that amplifies the positives and mitigates the negatives throughout the entire life cycle of the building (Kriss, 2014). There are many definitions for a green building, but all of them include the planning, designing, constructing, and operating of the building while taking into huge considerations of the energy use, water use, indoor air environment, materials used and the effect it has on the site the green building is being built on. The first green buildings dates back to as far as the 1970’s, when solar panels went from experiments to reality. Green buildings were not as popular as they are today due to their extremely high pricing. With technology rapidly growing, solar panels are becoming cheaper and cheaper, making the transition to creating green buildings more affordable. This is the primary reason for the increased growth of green buildings today. A modern company that is paving the way to the growth of green buildings named LEED, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, focuses primarily on new and effective ideas for environmentally friendly buildings projects. With more than 60,000 commercial projects worldwide and 1.7 million square feet being certified every day, LEED is one of the leading groups for promoting green buildings. LEED has popularized the entire
The material of the roof is a hard, galvanized metal that can withstand anything that Mother Nature can throw at
It’s no secret just how important a home’s roof is to the protection and insulation of its indoor environment. Over the years, roofs are exposed to harsh outdoor elements, leading to significant wear and tear and the eventual need for a replacement. Recognized as one of Hinesville, GA’s leading roof companies, D.B. Gulliver & Son Roofing offers residents a variety of roofing services, including repairs and new installations. The company understands that not every homeowner will have the same preferences when it comes to their roof construction and provides a range of materials and style designs to choose from.
Metal roofing comes in a variety of colors, so you can choose a blue, green, or red roof for your building if you want. The color is baked on the metal, so you don't have to worry about it peeling off, and you'll never have to repaint the roof. Some types of paint even reflect UV rays, so they help reduce energy costs for cooling your building. Plus, the UV protection helps prevent color fading over the years. Once you install the metal roof, you probably won't have to do any maintenance or repairs on it unless it is vandalized or an unusually strong storm rolls through your area.
You have probably already noticed that when you are replacing a roof, you do not have to choose the same type of roof that you had before. For example, you may have a roof made of standard wood shingles, but now you are ready to be a little more eco-friendly and you want a rubber roof that is made of recycled tires. A rubber roof is easier to install than many others and as a result, its installation would cost less.,
Green roofs are made from an amalgamation of various materials including insulation layer, plants and waterproofing pebbles. This type of roofing is relatively new to Australia. The advantages of using green roofs include its ability to control water-runoff, reduce energy cost, preserve space and bring a cooling
Cool roofs have higher solar reflectance and thermal emittance than normal roofing systems. This means that they can keep the indoors cool – significantly cutting your cooling costs. They also reduce air pollution by lowering your energy use. Examples of CertainTeed cool roofs include Landmark Solaris Gold®, Presidential Solaris® Gold, and Solaris® Hip & Ridge.
The old adage "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" applies in a big way to the condition of a roof! Take the time and effort to keep watch over the system that is responsible for protecting you and your family from the elements.
That's because cool roofs can be manufactured for almost any type of existing roof. Typically, these roofing materials utilize reflective coatings and other technology to keep the sun from impacting the climate of your home as much as it would normally. Also, since your roof should last a very long time, it's likely that the added initial expense for this type of roof will yield significant energy savings over the life of the roof.
When it comes to commercial roofing, most manufacturers, consumer products companies, and service-providers stick to the same approach. While municipal roofing shares many of the same characteristics and goals with these industries, many municipal buildings seek additional gravitas in their buildings. A growing town’s city hall or police department is not just where a place to conduct business, it sends a message to residents and visitors alike demonstrating what the town aspires to be.
With climate unsettling influences happening in each season, tending to stormwater administration concerns is imperative. Surely, US urban communities and town are taking after the directions that the government through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proclaimed and executed.
According to the Department of Energy, a white elastomeric roof coating can improve energy efficiency by as much as 50%. Its reflection of UV rays provides effective ultraviolet