Green Roof Updates
Over this summer I’ve been working with Allegheny County as they install a green roof atop their building downtown. My involvement has been to help them document the project. I’ve mentioned the project here before; you can read more at alleghenygreenroof.com.
Today I put up a quick gallery of photos I’ve taken during the project. A few are from before construction began and then shortly after. View my mobile me gallery here.
So why am I still talking about this project? At the beginning of our discussions about the roof the idea came up that AiP should grow food our Culinary Department. It only makes sense right? Earlier in the day I was back on the roof with a Faculty member investigating the reality of growing vegetables and herbs. The conclusion is that we would need to install some grow boxes or add to the soil that is currently present. The current soil developed specially for growing plants on the roof with other economical benefits just isn’t right for food growing purposes.
I was interested to learn much about what it takes (or how little it can take) to grow great fresh food. I don’t think I’ll develop a green thumb anytime soon but I’ll keep updating on the project.