tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713463780691653390.post6148118568031829352..comments2024-03-15T00:19:27.339-07:00Comments on Kevin Songer, Journaling Organic Languages of Nature: Green Roof Irrigation System - Can Nature Support a Green Roof?Kevin Songerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05494408790726786898noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713463780691653390.post-64883913714913587302019-08-11T11:40:45.296-07:002019-08-11T11:40:45.296-07:00I use this type of self-watering IRRIGATION FARMIN...I use this type of self-watering <a href="http://irrigationindetails.simplesite.com" rel="nofollow">IRRIGATION FARMING<br />DRIP IRRIGATION FURROW IRRIGATION DRIP IRRIGATION</a> These are nice because you can put it in any existing container. A similar system would be easy to build out of plumbing supplies. I've found that once the reservoir fills up, if you don't quit the container continues to fill until you can see moisture coming up from below. Which isn't a bad thing. You know you've soaked the soil from the bottom up. No more guessing how deeply you watered.nadia petrovhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13494320765628467553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713463780691653390.post-54130712436278423162012-07-26T07:47:08.798-07:002012-07-26T07:47:08.798-07:00Green roofs help to reach the principles of smart ...Green roofs help to reach the principles of smart growth and positively affect the urban environment by increasing amenity and green space and reducing community resistance to infill projects.upvc windowshttp://www.budgetbetterbest.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713463780691653390.post-43564249517678399002010-10-30T14:49:31.334-07:002010-10-30T14:49:31.334-07:00What kind of roof do you have now?
Is your roof a...What kind of roof do you have now?<br /><br />Is your roof asphalt? or Metal?<br /><br />Let us know what kind of roof you have and we will offer our opinion.<br /><br />Also - we will need to know how big the roof is (length and width) and what the rafters are made from (steel or wood?)<br /><br />Look forward to your information!<br /><br />Tiene un buen dia!<br /><br />KevinKevin Songerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05494408790726786898noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713463780691653390.post-87353232402872994372010-10-30T13:38:21.606-07:002010-10-30T13:38:21.606-07:00Hello, Im new to green roofing. Im looking to impl...Hello, Im new to green roofing. Im looking to implement green roofs to lower the temperature inside a warehouse. Im located in Panama City, Panama. Very hot and humid, would green roofs help me lower the temperature inside?...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713463780691653390.post-35176582702029051272010-10-28T18:01:07.002-07:002010-10-28T18:01:07.002-07:00More follow up notes to Tom Cooper's Comments!...More follow up notes to Tom Cooper's Comments!<br /><br />We really appreciate Tom's interest in the topic and hope for more input.<br /><br />Happy Green Roofing!<br /><br />KevinKevin Songerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05494408790726786898noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713463780691653390.post-67320476734917878652010-10-26T08:04:32.009-07:002010-10-26T08:04:32.009-07:00Tom raises a couple very important issues. I'...Tom raises a couple very important issues. I've added my comments in a blog post and will be adding more. See http://kevinsonger.blogspot.com/2010/10/green-roof-design-miami-dade-hurricane.htmlKevin Songerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05494408790726786898noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713463780691653390.post-61214253515784417982010-10-25T19:57:27.431-07:002010-10-25T19:57:27.431-07:00Kevin,
First, let me congratulate you on a terrif...Kevin,<br /> First, let me congratulate you on a terrific resource. We are based in Chicago and agree that irrigated green roofing is not the path to true sustainable construction.<br />The sedum perennial growers have distorted the market for green roofing by selling 100% cover in modular systems. This type of performance is both rare and unattainable in the long term without irrigation.<br />Even Kelly Luckett of Green Roof Blocks, a spokesman for Green Roofs for Healthy Cities and a contributor to the NRCA says that irrigation is necessary for a green roof. He proposes this despite the fact that the central part of the US gets more than 30 inches of rain annually, more than enough to support a 3 inch profile under sedum varieties.<br /> I do have a question for you. How do you propose the State of Florida address codes for the components of green roofing under wind uplift requires such as those for Dade County? DO we design part of the roof to blow off as typical landscaping would yet fix all retention articles to the structure such as edging, ballast pavers for patios and perhaps root barriers?<br /> Would enjoy this discussion.<br />Tom Cooper<br />CEO <br />Green Roof Solutions, Inc.Tom Cooperhttp://www.Greenroofsolutions.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713463780691653390.post-66717548141152309112010-10-15T09:34:55.265-07:002010-10-15T09:34:55.265-07:00As a state certified roofing contractor, I am very...As a state certified roofing contractor, I am very concerned about safety issues (weight), and the consumption of fresh water which is in very limited supply.<br /><br />Unfortunately, Mr. Songer's noble efforts, vast knowledge,experience, accreditation, and certification, mean little when uninformed government officials make decisions they know little about.<br /><br />I've followed Mr. Songer's "sustainability" efforts for years, and can attest to his devotion, and rather fascinating skill set. Attorney, arborist, and LEED AP.<br /><br />I will GUARANTEE you that no other person in this state is more qualified, or more passionate, regarding these studies. <br /><br />Kevin isn't a government official, loud mouth, or bully. He tells the truth (based on fact alone), and therein lies the problem.<br /><br />The government doesn't want help from the public. Frankly, I find that most try to justify their positions, rather than solve problems.<br /><br />Some of this is "low hanging fruit", and very straightforward, and STILL voices of reason (like Mr. Songer)will not be heard.<br /><br />When I want to know the unbiased truth on vegetative roof systems, green walls, etc., I find it here.wikiroof@gmail.comnoreply@blogger.com