GRHC develops and protects the market by increasing the awareness of the economic, social, and environmental benefits of green roofs, green walls, and other forms of living architecture through education, advocacy, professional development, and celebrations of excellence. GRHC provides online training through the Living Architecture Academy, publishes the quarterly Living Architecture Monitor Magazine, runs in-person and online conferences and events, advocates for supportive green roof and wall policy, provides resources to our members, celebrates outstanding projects, and more.
events
GRHC’s events can earn you CEUs and strengthen your practice, while exploring emerging technologies, projects, policies, and research.
20th Anniversary CitiesAlive Conference - Hosted in Toronto, ON from November 6th to 9th.
Living Architecture Academy
GRHC’s online training platform, offering self-paced online courses taught by industry experts.
Green Roof Professional Training and Accreditation Package $1099 USD
Financing Green Roofs and Green Walls With PACE $40 USD
Introduction to Green Walls: Systems, Design, and Approach $125 USD
Living architecture monitor
GRHC’s free, online, quarterly publication, now in its 24th year.
Highlights from the Fall 2024 Health Issue:
Ten Tips to Help You Take Advantage of the Healing Powers of Living Architecture and Nature
Explore ways you may receive the most health and well-being benefits of your time in living architecture and natural green spaces, and learn about outstanding projects that can deliver these health benefits.
A Review of The Science of Biophilia, Biophilic Design and Human Health Impacts
Explore how biophilic design reduces stress, improves recovery times, and enhances well-being. Studies reveal that exposure to real or simulated nature benefits patients, workers, and students by lowering blood pressure, heart rate, and enhancing cognitive function.
Adopting AIA Resolution #1: Prioritizing Human Wellness in Architectural Design
The recent AIA resolution emphasizes integrating human health into architectural design, advocating for biophilic principles. This shift aims to enhance well-being and address global health challenges through nature-focused, human-centered environments.
Green Roof and Wall Policy Guide
The Green Roofs for Healthy Cities 2023 Policy Guide is designed to provide green infrastructure professionals and policy makers with information about where to source supportive policies and programs for green roof and wall installation across North America.
membership
GRHC is supported by its members. Become a corporate or individual member and gain access to resources, tools, a network of professionals, discounts, and more!
Awards
Submit your projects and join us in celebrating exceptional projects, people, and organizations with the Green Roof & Wall Awards of Excellence.
green pages directory
The Green Pages Green Roof and Wall Directory helps you quickly find key players in the green roof and wall industry as well as accredited Green Roof Professionals to help you with your projects.
resources
GRHC’s resources include Design Standards, a Guide to Green Roof and Wall Policy, the Green Roof Energy Calculator, Market Surveys, and more!