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NAL Agricultural Thesaurus
U.S. Department of Agriculture

Concept Breadcrumbs

Fields of Study > economics > public economics > infrastructure > green infrastructure > green roofs
Economics, Trade, Law, Business, Industry > economics > public economics > infrastructure > green infrastructure > green roofs
Natural Resources, Conservation, Environment > environmental sustainability > green infrastructure > green roofs
Fields of Study > engineering > parts and components > structural roofs > green roofs
Research, Technology, Methods > engineering > parts and components > structural roofs > green roofs
Preferred Term:

green roofs

Definition:
A specialized roof structure for a building that is partially or completely covered in vegetation. Green roofs can reduce water runoff, improve air and water quality, provide energy conservation and improve aesthetics.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
green infrastructure, structural roofs
Related Concepts:
Entry Terms:
  • ecoroofs
  • vegetated roof covers
  • eco-roofs
  • roof top gardens
  • green roof technology
  • roof gardens
  • vegetated roofs
  • rooftop gardens
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/125299
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