2024 Virtual Symposia

In 2024, Green Roofs for Healthy Cities will be hosting 6 Virtual Symposia. These 2 hour webinars allow us to focus on more niche topics within the green roof and wall industries. Each symposium will feature 3 expert speakers. Please see below for our list of symposia!

Designing for Biodiversity
September 19 | 1:00 - 2:45 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.

Approved for 2 CEUs from AIA, ASLA and GRP.

Speakers:

  • Cynthia Pohl, Professional Journeyman Landscape Gardener and accredited Green Roof Professional with Living Lands + Landscape (Central Alberta) -
    Biodiverse Green Roofs and the Element of Time 

  • Lydia Link, Urban Ecology Specialist at Studio Gang (Chicago) - Elevated Opportunity: Urban Rooftops for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Repair

  • Blaine Stand, GRP, GRIMP, Professional Resources Manager, Green Roofs for Healthy Cities - Ecosystem Thinking: An Introduction to Biodiversity and How to Design for It

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Monitoring and Internet of Nature
August 15 | 1:00 - 2:45 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.

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Speakers

  • Christian Mahlstedt: President, Ginkgo Sustainability

  • More to be released!

High Performance Integrated Stormwater Management Projects
July 18 | 1:00 - 2:45 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.

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2024 Virtual Symposia Schedule:

Note: dates are subject to change

Sponsorship Information

Do you want to sponsor a symposium in 2024? Please use the GRHC Events Plan & Marketing Brochure below for marketing and promotional opportunities.


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