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Green roofs in the design of building structures – design challenges and innovative solutions

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Abstract

Green roofs are gaining popularity as part of sustainable urban construction, offering numerous environmental, economic and social benefits. The paper identifies design challenges associated with their implementation, such as increased structural loads depending on the system chosen, advanced materials and technologies, including modern monitoring systems. Attention is also given to the development of hybrid roofs, combining green functions with renewable energy production.

Translated title of the contributionZielone dachy w kształtowaniu konstrukcji budowlanych – wyzwania projektowe i innowacyjne rozwiązania
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)110-118
Number of pages9
JournalMaterialy Budowlane
Volume635
Issue number7
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2025

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
    SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
  2. SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
    SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
  3. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
    SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production

Keywords

  • green roofs
  • hybrid roofs
  • innovative materials
  • monitoring systems
  • sustainable construction

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Chemical Engineering (miscellaneous)

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