Green Roof Habitat Creation

Research has shown, that green roofs provide excellent homes for a whole host of invertebrates as well as giving a source of food for pollen feeding creatures such as bees and butterflies.

Thursday 15th of December 2016 - View

How Riefa is Revolutionising Green Roof Systems

For many years now, much of the green solutions being promoted in the construction sector have been at times rather questionable as to their green credentials. Take the living or green roof industry for example. Green roofs or living roofs as they are often referred to are frequently quoted as the saviour of our urban environment, but when faced with the reality of the broader environmental impact of the plastic trays, felt bases, and granular linings that are used in the installation process, it does give way to some eye brow raising questions.

Friday 30th of September 2016 - View

Only Riefa can offer the lightest weight green roof system

When a competitor claims to be the lightest green roofing system on the market, then they either haven’t done their research properly or they are purposefully misleading their customers....

Wednesday 20th of July 2016 - View

How to Maintain a Sedum Roof

Sedum Roofs are not entirely maintenance free and like any exposed area it will a little attention from time to time.These simple steps can help to keep your sedum roof healthy and well.

Thursday 9th of June 2016 - View

What Are The Challenges Facing Green Roofing?

In this brief article we consider some of the challenges facing the green roofing industry and in turn for those concerned for the environment. We also look at how one UK city council has taken the lead regarding green roofs as well as some remarkable commercial developments.

Wednesday 29th of July 2015 - View