Tag Archives: Green Building

Benefits of Green Roofs

By Klondike Contracting posted on July 20, 2009 | Comments Off

Green roofs are vegetated roof systems that passively perform no less than 8 highly beneficial and cost-saving functions, including stormwater runoff reduction, heating and cooling load reduction, and extending the service life of the roof by 40 -60 years. They also mitigate urban heat island effect, absorb carbon dioxide, sequester air-borne particulates, provide urban wildlife … Read More

Greening your home for $$$

By Burton Hartmann posted on June 18, 2009 | Comments Off

Recently we have been flooded with calls & emails regarding government grants & bursaries for greening your home. So we have compiled a list so you have all the information to make an informed decision. GVRD Incentives–A useful list of GVRD Financial Incentives on their BuildSmart site EcoEnergy Grants for Residential Property Owners–Government grants for … Read More