Sloped Green Roofs

01/09/26

“What are the advantages and disadvantages of sloping a green roof?”

Green roofs integrate stormwater management, biodiversity, building insulation, and aesthetic design all into one package. We can also pitch these green roofs at a slight angle to make Sloped Green Roofs. Sloped green roofs reduce ponding and may improve aesthetic appearance, but are also structurally and hydrologically more complicated. Stormwater runs off more from sloped green roofs, meaning roof plants may have to rely on other sources of water. 

• Earth/Climate science
• Ecology
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• Urban Systems