2024 Virtual Symposia
In 2024, Green Roofs for Healthy Cities will be hosting 6 Virtual Symposia. These 3 hour webinars allow us to focus on more niche topics within the green roof and wall industries. Each symposium will feature 3-4 speakers and a panel discussion with all of the speakers at that symposium. Please see below for our list of symposia!
Urban Agriculture & Rooftop Farming
May 14 | 1:00 - 4:00 PM EST
Cost: $39 USD
Join us for the Urban Agriculture Symposium where we explore the vital intersection of urban living and sustainable agriculture. Discover how utilizing green roof spaces for food production can revolutionize urban landscapes, providing not only fresh, locally-grown produce but also enhancing community resilience. Learn from experts about the innovative techniques and benefits of urban farming on rooftops, and how it can contribute to a more sustainable and interconnected future for our cities. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the possibilities of urban agriculture and its potential to transform our communities for the better.
Speakers
Nicole Austin, Black Food Sovereignty Engagement Coordinator, Toronto Metropolitan University
Sarah Hastings, Rooftop Farm Manager, Boston Medical Center
Armando Villa-Ignacio, Graduate Student, Colorado State University
Leigh Whittinghill, Assistant Agricultural Scientist, Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station
High Performance Integrated Stormwater Management Projects
July 18 | 1:00 - 4:00 PM EST
Cost: $39 USD
Discover different approaches that maximize sustainability while effectively managing stormwater on green roofs. Dive into successful case studies, innovative techniques, and the business case for stormwater retention and detention on green roofs.
Monitoring and Internet of Nature
August 15 | 1:00 - 4:00 PM EST
Cost: $39 USD
Join leading experts as they delve into the fascinating world of technology and its impact on the natural world. Explore how innovative sensors and data analysis are revolutionizing our understanding of ecosystems, wildlife, and conservation efforts.
Speakers
Christian Mahlstedt: President, Ginkgo Sustainability
More to be released!
Designing for Biodiversity
September 19 | 1:00 - 4:00 PM EST
Cost: $39 USD
Biodiverse green roofs have an ecological focus and are intentionally designed to provide habitat for a range of organisms. Join us to learn from a variety of North American designers to learn how to design and maintain green roofs with biodiversity as the goal.
2024 Virtual Symposia Schedule:
Urban Agriculture & Rooftop Farming | May 14
High Performance Integrated Stormwater Management Projects | July 18
Monitoring and Internet of Nature | August 15
Designing for Biodiversity | September 19
Note: dates are subject to change
Sponsorship Information
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