More and more companies are becoming aware of the potential benefits a green roof or green façade can offer. So why should you at least consider this solution too?
A must for climate-proof construction
In recent years, there has been an increasing number of warnings about ever more extreme weather conditions. No longer exclusively on the other side of the world, either; well within our own country borders. Long periods of heat and substantial floods are not new to us anymore.
Today, construction that is climate-proof and nature-inclusive has become much more than conceptual thinking; it has become pure reality. That is why we didn’t hesitate to respond to an invitation by one of our suppliers, who specialise in green roofs and green walls. They wanted to show us how their products make a difference, now and in the future – for the area surrounding the industrial building, as well as for those working inside almost every day.
Mandatory Sustainability Reporting
Because Europe is determined. The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) requires large and publicly-listed companies in the European Union to become more sustainable, to present detailed reports on their sustainability – or risk penalties and sanctions.
Within this context alone, the importance of a green roof, green façade, or vertical garden quickly becomes clear. Here’s an overview of the potential benefits:
- Above-ground retention of rainwater as an alternative/addition to below-ground retention
- A more stable indoor climate and improved protection against temperature shocks, thanks to the high thermal inertia and evaporation of retained rainwater
- Higher level of comfort and well-being for employees thanks to green integration
- Limiting the urban heat island effect and improving the liveability of the building area
- Climate-regenerative properties: increased biodiversity, CO2 capture, fine particle filtration, water purification …
Additional shield for your company building
Apart from the benefits we listed above, a green roof or green façade directly protects the (roof) structure itself. It protects against harmful UV radiation as well as extreme weather conditions. This means you are significantly increasing the life expectancy of your building’s finish.
And let’s admit it: an industrial building where nature is free to roam is always an eye-catcher. Then, it is up to you to gather the most suitable parties to realise a company building that meets all your expectations.
Our steel expertise, a blessing for your green roof
The main key point when installing a green roof is the higher load-bearing capacity required of the roof construction. Your biggest advantage in partnering with edibo(sud) for projects like these is our extensive expertise and 40+ years of experience in concrete and steel construction.
From the design stage to the in-house steel production, all throughout the actual construction works: we guarantee quality assurance, leading your company into a more sustainable and climate-proof future.
Would you like to learn more about our role in your process? Feel free to contact our constructive challengers and we’ll gladly invite you to visit our offices.