Abstract:As a result of increased attention towards sustainability worldwide, green concepts have become popular in the construction industry. Green roof is one of the essential elements in a green building that provide many advantages while creating a pleasant appearance for the total building. Green roofs play a major role in energy saving of a building. However, compared to a conventional roof, the initial and maintenance costs of a green roof is quite high due to the additional construction and high maintenance req… Show more
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