Did the grass hut go out of style? The Flinstones certainly don’t think so. Fred is about as eco-friendly as you can get, but I do wonder if he wears leather (not in the bedroom… where’s your head?)

I think Elton John was onto something when he “sat on the roof and picked off the moss”… Five percent of everything that goes into a landfill comes from roofing industry, so we really need to give this industry a second glance in durability and sustainability.

This waterproofing membrane is usually what causes pesky leaks – it’s exposed to extreme temps and can breakdown over time. Dow’s inverted roof (or PMR) uses Styrofoam insulation above the waterproofing membrane, and can be used with any roof type.

It’s a sustainable product because it “reduces the total energy consumption of the building.” It’s said to reduce monthly electric bills which in turn lowers pollution from burning fossil fuels (ie. less carbon monoxide in the air.) Also it’s said to be a recycled product.

Let’s talk about the veggie roof. The most common of the veggie roofs is an intensive garden roof – which is like another lawn. It needs to be mowed regularly and a wider variety of plants can be used. The biggest benefit of a veggie roof is that it is cooler and absorbs heat so it reduces energy costs.

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