Green Roof Organisation
@roofgro.bsky.social
Green Roof Organisation #GRO UK Trade Association for Green/Blue/BioSolar #greenroofs. Producing guidance and bringing professional & passionate people together.
https://www.greenrooforganisation.org
https://www.greenrooforganisation.org
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December 15, 2025 at 11:50 AM
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Registration is now open for Futurebuild 2026, 3–5 March, Excel London.
Join 400+ brands & 550+ experts to explore sustainability in action. Network, innovate & learn with 133 hours CPD.
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Join 400+ brands & 550+ experts to explore sustainability in action. Network, innovate & learn with 133 hours CPD.
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November 21, 2025 at 11:50 AM
Registration is now open for Futurebuild 2026, 3–5 March, Excel London.
Join 400+ brands & 550+ experts to explore sustainability in action. Network, innovate & learn with 133 hours CPD.
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#futurebuild2026 #innovation #sustainability
Join 400+ brands & 550+ experts to explore sustainability in action. Network, innovate & learn with 133 hours CPD.
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“Let’s turn ALL of Bristol Green!” 📣
@carladenyer.bsky.social speaks to OVER 500 people hungry for change at Green Party’s event in Bristol 💚
Tired of Labour’s failures…?
join.greenparty.org.uk
@carladenyer.bsky.social speaks to OVER 500 people hungry for change at Green Party’s event in Bristol 💚
Tired of Labour’s failures…?
join.greenparty.org.uk
November 5, 2025 at 9:02 PM
“Let’s turn ALL of Bristol Green!” 📣
@carladenyer.bsky.social speaks to OVER 500 people hungry for change at Green Party’s event in Bristol 💚
Tired of Labour’s failures…?
join.greenparty.org.uk
@carladenyer.bsky.social speaks to OVER 500 people hungry for change at Green Party’s event in Bristol 💚
Tired of Labour’s failures…?
join.greenparty.org.uk
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As our Beewalk season comes to an end, we’re thrilled to share that the rarest bumblebee in England has been recorded at RHS Garden Hyde Hall 🌷🐝
The shrill carder bumblebee was spotted in September by BeeWalk volunteer Cheryl Sheff on Salvia 'Royal Bumble'.
Read on: https://ow.ly/yQ0v50Xmuu6
The shrill carder bumblebee was spotted in September by BeeWalk volunteer Cheryl Sheff on Salvia 'Royal Bumble'.
Read on: https://ow.ly/yQ0v50Xmuu6
November 6, 2025 at 9:40 AM
As our Beewalk season comes to an end, we’re thrilled to share that the rarest bumblebee in England has been recorded at RHS Garden Hyde Hall 🌷🐝
The shrill carder bumblebee was spotted in September by BeeWalk volunteer Cheryl Sheff on Salvia 'Royal Bumble'.
Read on: https://ow.ly/yQ0v50Xmuu6
The shrill carder bumblebee was spotted in September by BeeWalk volunteer Cheryl Sheff on Salvia 'Royal Bumble'.
Read on: https://ow.ly/yQ0v50Xmuu6
Yesterday we hosted a GRO networking event at the Library of Birmingham Roof Gardens, with a tour of the 3rd and 7th floors and the diversity of mature planting.
Of course we had to round off the day with a curry!
Thanks to everyone who made it!
Of course we had to round off the day with a curry!
Thanks to everyone who made it!
October 3, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Yesterday we hosted a GRO networking event at the Library of Birmingham Roof Gardens, with a tour of the 3rd and 7th floors and the diversity of mature planting.
Of course we had to round off the day with a curry!
Thanks to everyone who made it!
Of course we had to round off the day with a curry!
Thanks to everyone who made it!
The @uwebristolpress.bsky.social "Urban Greening for a Biodiverse West of England Skills Bootcamp" is open for applications.
📅 Apply by 22 Oct
✏️ Bootcamp starts 5 Nov
🔗 courses.uwe.ac.uk/Z51000222/ur...
#UrbanGreening #BiodiversityNetGain #SkillsBootcamp #NatureBasedSolutions #GreenInfrastructure
📅 Apply by 22 Oct
✏️ Bootcamp starts 5 Nov
🔗 courses.uwe.ac.uk/Z51000222/ur...
#UrbanGreening #BiodiversityNetGain #SkillsBootcamp #NatureBasedSolutions #GreenInfrastructure
October 2, 2025 at 10:50 AM
The @uwebristolpress.bsky.social "Urban Greening for a Biodiverse West of England Skills Bootcamp" is open for applications.
📅 Apply by 22 Oct
✏️ Bootcamp starts 5 Nov
🔗 courses.uwe.ac.uk/Z51000222/ur...
#UrbanGreening #BiodiversityNetGain #SkillsBootcamp #NatureBasedSolutions #GreenInfrastructure
📅 Apply by 22 Oct
✏️ Bootcamp starts 5 Nov
🔗 courses.uwe.ac.uk/Z51000222/ur...
#UrbanGreening #BiodiversityNetGain #SkillsBootcamp #NatureBasedSolutions #GreenInfrastructure
The skills shortage is a BIG challenge in roofing & cladding.
Join The NFRC's 'AI-Powered Skills Forum' on 25 Sept, 2-3pm to share ideas & shape an industry-wide Employment Action Plan.
👉 Register: app.natter.co/event-public...
#RoofingIndustry #SkillsForRoofing #ConstructionCareers
Join The NFRC's 'AI-Powered Skills Forum' on 25 Sept, 2-3pm to share ideas & shape an industry-wide Employment Action Plan.
👉 Register: app.natter.co/event-public...
#RoofingIndustry #SkillsForRoofing #ConstructionCareers
September 17, 2025 at 10:31 AM
The skills shortage is a BIG challenge in roofing & cladding.
Join The NFRC's 'AI-Powered Skills Forum' on 25 Sept, 2-3pm to share ideas & shape an industry-wide Employment Action Plan.
👉 Register: app.natter.co/event-public...
#RoofingIndustry #SkillsForRoofing #ConstructionCareers
Join The NFRC's 'AI-Powered Skills Forum' on 25 Sept, 2-3pm to share ideas & shape an industry-wide Employment Action Plan.
👉 Register: app.natter.co/event-public...
#RoofingIndustry #SkillsForRoofing #ConstructionCareers
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A Boston couple received $8,000 — covering ~90% of their costs — to install a #GreenRoof, which uses plants to absorb stormwater, improve insulation & reduce #electricity costs. The city is seeking more applicants 🌿
Full story by IGS affiliate @davabel.bsky.social & student Tavishi Chattopadhyay ⬇️
Full story by IGS affiliate @davabel.bsky.social & student Tavishi Chattopadhyay ⬇️
Boston struggles to find takers for green roof grants — a story I worked on with one of my students at BU. commonwealthbeacon.org/energy/bosto...
Boston struggles to find takers for green roof grants - CommonWealth Beacon
Boston Water and Sewer Commission has had a hard time persuading residents to take them up on their offer to help subsidize green roofs to reduce stormwater runoff.
commonwealthbeacon.org
August 5, 2025 at 1:44 PM
A Boston couple received $8,000 — covering ~90% of their costs — to install a #GreenRoof, which uses plants to absorb stormwater, improve insulation & reduce #electricity costs. The city is seeking more applicants 🌿
Full story by IGS affiliate @davabel.bsky.social & student Tavishi Chattopadhyay ⬇️
Full story by IGS affiliate @davabel.bsky.social & student Tavishi Chattopadhyay ⬇️
Well, the rain isn't going to stop us! Bring on the LRWA Dragon Boat Regatta! GO TEAM GRO 🚣♂
#LRWADragonBoatRegatta
#LRWADragonBoatRegatta
September 10, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Well, the rain isn't going to stop us! Bring on the LRWA Dragon Boat Regatta! GO TEAM GRO 🚣♂
#LRWADragonBoatRegatta
#LRWADragonBoatRegatta
The skills shortage is a huge challenge in roofing & cladding.
Join NFRC’s AI-Powered Skills Forum on 25 Sept, 2-3pm to share ideas & shape an industry-wide Employment Action Plan.
👉 Register: app.natter.co/event-public...
#RoofingIndustry #SkillsForRoofing #ConstructionCareers #RoofingCommunity
Join NFRC’s AI-Powered Skills Forum on 25 Sept, 2-3pm to share ideas & shape an industry-wide Employment Action Plan.
👉 Register: app.natter.co/event-public...
#RoofingIndustry #SkillsForRoofing #ConstructionCareers #RoofingCommunity
September 9, 2025 at 10:50 AM
The skills shortage is a huge challenge in roofing & cladding.
Join NFRC’s AI-Powered Skills Forum on 25 Sept, 2-3pm to share ideas & shape an industry-wide Employment Action Plan.
👉 Register: app.natter.co/event-public...
#RoofingIndustry #SkillsForRoofing #ConstructionCareers #RoofingCommunity
Join NFRC’s AI-Powered Skills Forum on 25 Sept, 2-3pm to share ideas & shape an industry-wide Employment Action Plan.
👉 Register: app.natter.co/event-public...
#RoofingIndustry #SkillsForRoofing #ConstructionCareers #RoofingCommunity
Microplastics are in the air, water, even our food.
But green roofs can help, capturing up to 97.5% of microplastics in rainfall.
Another powerful reason these living rooftops belong in our cities.
#GreenRoofs #SustainableCities #Microplastics
But green roofs can help, capturing up to 97.5% of microplastics in rainfall.
Another powerful reason these living rooftops belong in our cities.
#GreenRoofs #SustainableCities #Microplastics
August 29, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Microplastics are in the air, water, even our food.
But green roofs can help, capturing up to 97.5% of microplastics in rainfall.
Another powerful reason these living rooftops belong in our cities.
#GreenRoofs #SustainableCities #Microplastics
But green roofs can help, capturing up to 97.5% of microplastics in rainfall.
Another powerful reason these living rooftops belong in our cities.
#GreenRoofs #SustainableCities #Microplastics
Fantastic to see @grinbc.bsky.social launching a new #greenroof course 👏 Based in #Vancouver? This course provides a deep understanding of green roofs as multi-functional systems for both large & small-scale projects.
Starts 6th Sept, sign up now! 👇
#greenroofcourse #livingroofs #education
Starts 6th Sept, sign up now! 👇
#greenroofcourse #livingroofs #education
We're pleased to launch our first #greenroof course at Van Dusen Gardens! Delivered over 3 Saturdays in September, this 18-hour course qualifies for continuing education credits. Class starts Sept 6. Register today! Bursaries available via Van Dusen. grinbc.org/launch-of-gr...
GRIN launches green roof courses in BC
We're launching our first green roof course at Van Dusen Gardens in September 2025.
grinbc.org
August 27, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Fantastic to see @grinbc.bsky.social launching a new #greenroof course 👏 Based in #Vancouver? This course provides a deep understanding of green roofs as multi-functional systems for both large & small-scale projects.
Starts 6th Sept, sign up now! 👇
#greenroofcourse #livingroofs #education
Starts 6th Sept, sign up now! 👇
#greenroofcourse #livingroofs #education
Supplying quality green roof substrates since 1985, Boughton Loam Ltd supports sustainable landscaping from the ground up.
We’re proud to have them as a GRO member.
#GreenRoofing #SustainableLandscaping #UKConstruction
We’re proud to have them as a GRO member.
#GreenRoofing #SustainableLandscaping #UKConstruction
August 25, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Supplying quality green roof substrates since 1985, Boughton Loam Ltd supports sustainable landscaping from the ground up.
We’re proud to have them as a GRO member.
#GreenRoofing #SustainableLandscaping #UKConstruction
We’re proud to have them as a GRO member.
#GreenRoofing #SustainableLandscaping #UKConstruction
Bauder’s green roofs support biodiversity, net zero goals and sustainable design - with solutions for both new builds and retrofits.
Their role as a GRO member reflects a commitment to greener, more resilient buildings.
#GreenRoofing #NetZero #RetrofitReady
Their role as a GRO member reflects a commitment to greener, more resilient buildings.
#GreenRoofing #NetZero #RetrofitReady
August 18, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Bauder’s green roofs support biodiversity, net zero goals and sustainable design - with solutions for both new builds and retrofits.
Their role as a GRO member reflects a commitment to greener, more resilient buildings.
#GreenRoofing #NetZero #RetrofitReady
Their role as a GRO member reflects a commitment to greener, more resilient buildings.
#GreenRoofing #NetZero #RetrofitReady
As board members of GRO, Pritchard and Pritchard help shape green roof best practice across the UK.
Their work supports installations that are built to last and backed by expert guidance.
Great to have them as a GRO member! 🌱
#GreenRoofing #UKConstruction #BestPractice
Their work supports installations that are built to last and backed by expert guidance.
Great to have them as a GRO member! 🌱
#GreenRoofing #UKConstruction #BestPractice
August 11, 2025 at 10:50 AM
As board members of GRO, Pritchard and Pritchard help shape green roof best practice across the UK.
Their work supports installations that are built to last and backed by expert guidance.
Great to have them as a GRO member! 🌱
#GreenRoofing #UKConstruction #BestPractice
Their work supports installations that are built to last and backed by expert guidance.
Great to have them as a GRO member! 🌱
#GreenRoofing #UKConstruction #BestPractice
☀️ Summer can be tough on green roofs.
Here are some quick tips to keep yours healthy during hot, dry weather, from watering to drainage checks: www.greenrooforganisation.org/2025/07/28/g...
#GreenRoofs #UrbanGreening #Sustainability #GRO
Here are some quick tips to keep yours healthy during hot, dry weather, from watering to drainage checks: www.greenrooforganisation.org/2025/07/28/g...
#GreenRoofs #UrbanGreening #Sustainability #GRO
Green Roof Maintenance in Summer – Tips for Hot, Dry Weather | Green Roof Organisation
Green roof maintenance in summer is vital. Get expert advice on watering, drainage, safety, and summer care for long-term performance.
www.greenrooforganisation.org
July 30, 2025 at 10:50 AM
☀️ Summer can be tough on green roofs.
Here are some quick tips to keep yours healthy during hot, dry weather, from watering to drainage checks: www.greenrooforganisation.org/2025/07/28/g...
#GreenRoofs #UrbanGreening #Sustainability #GRO
Here are some quick tips to keep yours healthy during hot, dry weather, from watering to drainage checks: www.greenrooforganisation.org/2025/07/28/g...
#GreenRoofs #UrbanGreening #Sustainability #GRO
Helping ensure green roofs meet the highest standards, the British Board of Agrément (BBA) assesses products for performance, safety and compliance. We're proud to have them as a GRO member.
#GreenRoofing #UKConstruction #CertificationMatters
#GreenRoofing #UKConstruction #CertificationMatters
July 28, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Helping ensure green roofs meet the highest standards, the British Board of Agrément (BBA) assesses products for performance, safety and compliance. We're proud to have them as a GRO member.
#GreenRoofing #UKConstruction #CertificationMatters
#GreenRoofing #UKConstruction #CertificationMatters
📢 New green roof fire guidance is LIVE!
✔ Updated gravel margin advice
✔ BROOF(t4) compliance made clear
✔ Guidance updates the old 2013 doc
Built with BSI & Building Safety Regulator input.
Download here: www.greenrooforganisation.org/wp-content/u...
#GreenRoofs #FireSafety #ConstructionUK
✔ Updated gravel margin advice
✔ BROOF(t4) compliance made clear
✔ Guidance updates the old 2013 doc
Built with BSI & Building Safety Regulator input.
Download here: www.greenrooforganisation.org/wp-content/u...
#GreenRoofs #FireSafety #ConstructionUK
July 18, 2025 at 10:50 AM
📢 New green roof fire guidance is LIVE!
✔ Updated gravel margin advice
✔ BROOF(t4) compliance made clear
✔ Guidance updates the old 2013 doc
Built with BSI & Building Safety Regulator input.
Download here: www.greenrooforganisation.org/wp-content/u...
#GreenRoofs #FireSafety #ConstructionUK
✔ Updated gravel margin advice
✔ BROOF(t4) compliance made clear
✔ Guidance updates the old 2013 doc
Built with BSI & Building Safety Regulator input.
Download here: www.greenrooforganisation.org/wp-content/u...
#GreenRoofs #FireSafety #ConstructionUK
With trained specialists and over 150 years' experience, BriggsAmasco is helping shape more sustainable buildings across the UK. We're delighted to have them as a GRO member.
#GreenRoofing #SustainableConstruction #UKConstruction
#GreenRoofing #SustainableConstruction #UKConstruction
July 14, 2025 at 10:50 AM
With trained specialists and over 150 years' experience, BriggsAmasco is helping shape more sustainable buildings across the UK. We're delighted to have them as a GRO member.
#GreenRoofing #SustainableConstruction #UKConstruction
#GreenRoofing #SustainableConstruction #UKConstruction
Helping rooftops thrive through smarter water management, ACO Building Drainage supports greener spaces and climate-resilient design. We’re proud to have them as a GRO member.
#BlueGreenRoof #SustainableDesign #ClimateResilience
#BlueGreenRoof #SustainableDesign #ClimateResilience
July 7, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Helping rooftops thrive through smarter water management, ACO Building Drainage supports greener spaces and climate-resilient design. We’re proud to have them as a GRO member.
#BlueGreenRoof #SustainableDesign #ClimateResilience
#BlueGreenRoof #SustainableDesign #ClimateResilience
📢 Career spotlight!
Mark Wood is Business Development Director at Green-tech. Mark is passionate about enhancing and improving urban landscapes with green roofs.
Each week we showcase the GRO members shaping a greener future. 🌿
#GreenRoofs #SustainableDesign #GRO
Mark Wood is Business Development Director at Green-tech. Mark is passionate about enhancing and improving urban landscapes with green roofs.
Each week we showcase the GRO members shaping a greener future. 🌿
#GreenRoofs #SustainableDesign #GRO
July 2, 2025 at 10:50 AM
📢 Career spotlight!
Mark Wood is Business Development Director at Green-tech. Mark is passionate about enhancing and improving urban landscapes with green roofs.
Each week we showcase the GRO members shaping a greener future. 🌿
#GreenRoofs #SustainableDesign #GRO
Mark Wood is Business Development Director at Green-tech. Mark is passionate about enhancing and improving urban landscapes with green roofs.
Each week we showcase the GRO members shaping a greener future. 🌿
#GreenRoofs #SustainableDesign #GRO
Now a Certified B Corp, Axter is rethinking flat roofs with climate-friendly, high-performance systems that benefit people and planet. We're proud to have them in the GRO community.
#GreenRoof #FlatRoofing #BCorpUK
#GreenRoof #FlatRoofing #BCorpUK
June 30, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Now a Certified B Corp, Axter is rethinking flat roofs with climate-friendly, high-performance systems that benefit people and planet. We're proud to have them in the GRO community.
#GreenRoof #FlatRoofing #BCorpUK
#GreenRoof #FlatRoofing #BCorpUK
🌱 The NFRC has just released a powerful new paper on Sustainable Roofing Technology, which makes a compelling case for rethinking the role of our rooftops.
Read it here: www.greenrooforganisation.org/wp-content/u...
#SustainableRoofing #BiodiversityNetGain #BlueRoofs #GreenRoofs #SolarRoofs
Read it here: www.greenrooforganisation.org/wp-content/u...
#SustainableRoofing #BiodiversityNetGain #BlueRoofs #GreenRoofs #SolarRoofs
June 11, 2025 at 10:50 AM
🌱 The NFRC has just released a powerful new paper on Sustainable Roofing Technology, which makes a compelling case for rethinking the role of our rooftops.
Read it here: www.greenrooforganisation.org/wp-content/u...
#SustainableRoofing #BiodiversityNetGain #BlueRoofs #GreenRoofs #SolarRoofs
Read it here: www.greenrooforganisation.org/wp-content/u...
#SustainableRoofing #BiodiversityNetGain #BlueRoofs #GreenRoofs #SolarRoofs
Representing over 900 top landscape professionals across the UK, The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) champions quality, training & innovation in landscaping, from design & build to maintenance & supply.
#greenroofs #livingroofs #sustainableroofing #ukconstruction #sustainability
#greenroofs #livingroofs #sustainableroofing #ukconstruction #sustainability
June 6, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Representing over 900 top landscape professionals across the UK, The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) champions quality, training & innovation in landscaping, from design & build to maintenance & supply.
#greenroofs #livingroofs #sustainableroofing #ukconstruction #sustainability
#greenroofs #livingroofs #sustainableroofing #ukconstruction #sustainability