Resource Library
Green Roof Benefits Calculator
The Green Roof Benefits Calculator has been developed to help property owners estimate the potential benefits and costs of installing green roofs using academic and open source data.
ReadEco-streets case study
Eco-Streets supports communities to transform unused outdoor areas into exciting green spaces which feature nature-based-solutions that help alleviate climate change.
ReadFinancing the Built Asset Adaptation Gap: Short Report
This report outlines the role of nature-based solutions in adapting built assets to climatic risks and the recommended next steps for the industry.
ReadLiving Lab virtual tour video
Video tour of the Living Lab at the University of Salford, which showcases the benefits of nature-based solutions.
ReadGreen roofs evidence database
The IGNITION nature-based solutions evidence base is a catalogue of evidence on the benefits of five different types of nature-based solution. This resource covers green roofs.
ReadGreen walls evidence database
The IGNITION nature-based solutions evidence base is a catalogue of evidence on the benefits of five different types of nature-based solution. This resource covers green walls.
ReadFinancing sustainable drainage systems (SUDS) – Dales Brow case study
Case study looking at how SUDS have been used at Dales Brow, Salford
ReadFinancing parks – Salford heat pump case study
Case study looking at the design and analysis of the heat pumps in Salford
ReadFinancing green roofs – Stockport Interchange case study
Case study looking at the design and analysis of the green roof at Stockport Interchange
ReadThe IGNITION project: Nature-based solutions for health
Fact sheet on the health benefits that nature-based solutions can bring
ReadThe IGNITION project: Urban green spaces and business
Fact sheet looking at why green spaces are good for businesses
ReadThe IGNITION project: SUDS-enabled trees
Fact sheet on sustainable drainage system enabled trees
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