GREENING OF ROOFS. FEATURES AND PERSPECTIVES. THE BEST EXAMPLES OF IMPLEMENTATION IN UKRAINE AND THE WORLD

Abstract

This article provides an overview of the perspective of the features of roof landscaping, both in Ukraine and in the world. An analysis of the meaning of greening of roofs, their history, types and scheme of greening, as well as examples of these roofs in the world and in Ukraine, was carried out. The history of green spaces on roofs was analyzed and it was found that the past and the present are closely connected. In our time, it allows us to review what techniques and technologies our ancestors used to improve their own. The study of foreign experience shows how practical and relevant it can be in Ukraine. The purpose of the study was to analyze the advantages and disadvantages of creating horizontal gardens on the roofs of buildings with a detailed analysis of the installation scheme. The research methodology was created on the basis of literary sources and archival materials. The results of the analysis of the article make it clear that the creation of green roofs has a significant role in creating comfortable conditions for the population of the planet Earth, as they complement and diversify the biotic component of the environment, contribute to air purification and improve the temperature regime of buildings and the surrounding area, are a factor of environmental friendliness and energy efficiency housing Scientific novelty: it was found that greening of roofs comes down to clarifying the key role of “green roof” in the popularization of this direction among the population and their practical application in the world. The practical significance of the article focuses on the overview of important aspects in the creation of green roofs, which gives reason to consider it as a new modern environment among high-rise buildings. Approaching nature will contribute to effective coexistence and mutual understanding of people, animals and plants.