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Using Green Roofs to Enhance Biodiversity in the City of Toronto
Green roofs offer the potential to enhance biodiversity in urban areas such as Toronto. This report (file size 7.2 MB)  reviews literature on green roofs and biodiversity and examines opportunities to use green roof design templates, location and design strategies to enhance local biodiversity over time. This study expands on the 2004 study of green roof benefits by providing addition information on other citywide benefits of green roofs.
Eco-Roof Incentive Grants
Toronto’s Eco-Roof Incentive Program is designed to promote the use of green and cool roofs on Toronto’s commercial, industrial and institutional buildings, and to help Toronto’s business community take action on climate change.
In summary, an “Eco-roof” may be either a “green roof” that supports vegetation or a “cool roof” that reflects the sun’s thermal energy.
The environmental benefits of eco-roofs, such a green and cool roofs, are many. They help to reduce urban heat, which is a particular concern as global temperatures rise. Green roofs also help manage stormwater, enhance biodiversity, improve air quality and energy efficiency, and beautify our city.
Applications for the Eco-Roof Incentive Grants will be accepted twice a year – once in the spring and once in the fall. For more information on past award recipients and how to apply for funding, visit Live Green Toronto.
City of Toronto wins award for Green Roof Strategy
Toronto's wins the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' FCM-CH2MHill Sustainable Community Award for its green roof strategy. This award recognizes municipal leadership in sustainable community development and gives national recognition to projects that demonstrate environmental excellence and innovation in service delivery.
Keeping in touch
We have an email to help us keep in touch with you:sustainablecity@toronto.ca.
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