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Author(s):Connor, Thomas
Title:Underground government: Chicago's mayor plants a rooftop garden on City Hall
Section:Green architect
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Source:Architectural Record. October 18 2000, p. [1-2].
Publishing Information:[New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.]
# of Pages:2
Keywords:TIC Keywords: Roofscapes; Urban landscaping; Energy conservation; Temperatures; Woody ornamentals; Ground cover; Clay; Drainage; Costs; Grasses; Native North American Grasses; Facility profile
Facility Names:City Hall, in Chicago, Illinois
Abstract/Contents:Describes a rooftop garden atop Chicago's City Hall. States that "the garden...will...lessen the building's energy consumption (absorbing less heat in the summer and offering insulation in the winter), and extend the life of its roof." Also mentions that "the city is experimenting with heat reduction techniques (lighter colored roofs, plantings, and alternative paving in parking lots) in other areas of the city and has established a grant program for private property owners interested in undertaking similar measures."
Language:English
References:0
Note:Pictures, color
ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete):
Connor, T. 2000. Underground government: Chicago's mayor plants a rooftop garden on City Hall. Archit. rec. p. [1-2].
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