Tag: green roof

Understanding Green Roofs and Water Sustainability

Green Building Colorado Builder - September 5, 2019

The reality for most urban dwellers in Denver is that their views will more likely be of concrete roofs than mountain vistas.

What Landscapers Need to Know About Green Roofs

Green Building Colorado Builder - November 16, 2018

Denver voters approved an initiative that would require new buildings and roofs over 25,000 square feet to be covered by a green roof.

Denver Passes New Green Roof Ordinance

News Colorado Builder - October 30, 2018

Denver City Council unanimously passed a green roof ordinance to replace the November 2017 initiative approved by voters.

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Air Quality Monitoring in Colorado Schools

Green Building September 21, 2023

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Innovation September 21, 2023

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Colorado Home Prices Up Again

News September 20, 2023

Despite high interest rates and a cooler market, housing prices in Colorado are back to near historic highs.

The Dangers of Building on Bentonite

Build March 15, 2022

Colorado has seen significant issues with heaving soils under roads and structures, caused by the wetting of the bentonite clay soil.

Sustainable Building Colorado Style

Sustainability May 8, 2023

Colorado is home to many companies dedicated to providing sustainable materials. We spoke with three local companies about their products.

New Bills Focus on Construction Labor Shortage

News May 26, 2023

Two bipartisan bills could help grow Colorado’s construction workforce through student scholarships and community college funding.