On Thursday August 9th an event will be held on green roofs in Toronto Ontario. The event will be held by Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (GRHC). This event will be held at the site of one of Toronto’s most exciting green roof projects – the Carrot Common. It is a great chance for you to network with professionals in the green roof and wall industry, and those looking to get involved.
Speakers will include Joris Voeten is a Concept Manager at SHFT, a sustainable design firm in Tilburg, Holland. With over 10 years experience in Urban Forestry, Mr. Voeten works on the development of functional and innovative green systems for buildings and cities, such as the Green Energy Roof, Urban Tree Tops, Eco[W]all and the Constructed Wetroof.
Jelle Vonk is the Business Manager at ZinCo Canada Inc. Mr. Vonk will be speaking about the integration of photovoltaic systems and green roofs.
The cost for the event is $20 for GRHC members, and $30 for non-members. (Drink and appetizers included).
For more information contact Name Paul Erlichman, Membership Coordinator, GRHC at (416) 971-4494 ex. 223or go to the website by clicking here.
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