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On Monday, May 18, 2009 the Drum Major Institute for Public Policy hosted the latest installment of our 'Marketplace of Ideas' series featuring Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley.
Chicago has made itself the national leader in the construction of green roofs. Led by Mayor Richard Daley, the city is turning the concrete jungle into an urban oasis. Chicago uses green building requirements, grants, expedited permits, and other financial assistance to promote green roof construction throughout the city. These roofs – covered with vegetation, soil, and a waterproof membrane – mitigate the urban heat island effect, reducing roof temperatures by as much as 29 degrees during the summertime, and absorb 45% more rainwater than conventional roofs. Green roofs also absorb air pollution, collect airborne particulate matter, and extend the lifespan of a roof. So far, Chicago has completed over 300 green roof projects totaling four million square feet, the most in the country. Its Green Roof Grant Program has assisted more than 20 green roof projects a year since 2005, including public buildings like City Hall as well as residential and commercial properties.
A panel discussion on what New York, and the nation, could learn from Chicago featured:
MIQUELA CRAYTOR
Executive Director
Sustainable South Bronx
CARTER STRICKLAND
Senior Policy Advisor for Air and Water
Mayor's Office of Long Term Planning and Sustainability
HON. DAVID YASSKY
New York City Council
Introductory Remarks Delivered By:
HON. CHRISTINE C. QUINN
Speaker, New York City Council
Moderated by:
MARK WINSTON GRIFFITH
Executive Director
Drum Major Institute for Public Policy
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