ASSESSMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTIVENESS OF IMPLEMENTING GREEN ROOFS IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS
Keywords:
Green roofs, ecological efficiency, landscape architecture, urban microclimate, energy efficiency, spatial composition, architectural ergonomics.Abstract
In contemporary urban planning practice, the acceleration of urbanization processes has led to disruptions in ecological balance, particularly intensifying the urban heat island effect in cities. This article is devoted to evaluating the ecological efficiency of implementing green roofs in residential areas and their impact on the architectural-spatial environment. Within the framework of the study, the role of intensive and extensive green roof systems in improving the microclimate, reducing air temperature, and increasing the energy efficiency of buildings was examined through comparative analysis, graphical-analytical methods, case studies, and project modeling techniques.
The obtained results indicate that increasing the vegetation canopy coverage on green roofs and roof surfaces from 25% to 75% leads to an average reduction of 6–7°C in local air temperature. However, when the coverage level exceeds 75%, the rate of temperature reduction gradually decreases. Based on these findings, ergonomic, compositional, and functional principles for integrating green roofs into residential buildings were developed.
The results of the article provide scientifically grounded practical solutions for architects, urban planners, and landscape designers in designing environmentally sustainable and climate-resilient residential complexes.
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