Green Roof Information Think Tank

The green roof information think tank grit is a network of businesses government agencies non profit organizations researchers and community members joining together to grow the knowledge and use of green roofs in the pacific northwest.

Green roof information think tank.

For information about portland s ecoroof program contact tim kurtz 503 823 5418. The green roof information think tank grit is a discussion forum that is unique to portland. Green roofs oregon washington green infrastructure eco. Portland is at the forefront of this exciting green building movement.

The green roof info think tank is s a network of businesses government agencies non profit organizations researchers and community members joining together to grow the knowledge and use of green roofs in the pacific nw. A study presented at the green roofs for healthy cities conference in june 2004 cited by the epa found water runoff was reduced by over 75 during rainstorms. The result is a growing interest in using ecoroofs and roof gardens. The green roof info think tank grit is a network of businesses government agencies non profit organizations researchers and community members joining together to grow the knowledge and use of green roofs in the pacific northwest.

Greenroof info think tank grit a forum for sharing and discussing green roof issues information and opportunities in portland and the pacific northwest june 2009. Grit s membership includes design and construction professionals agency staff landscapers roofers irrigation contractors and interested citizens. Water is stored by the roof s substrate and. Green roofs play a significant role in retrofitting the low impact development lid practices in urban areas.