Green Roof Event Held at Gaithersburg Youth Center

On May 11, 2011, DC-Area professionals gathered at the Gaithersburg Youth Center in Olde Towne for a presentation by Scott Titanish of Riverbend Nursery, a local grower for LiveRoof©. Mr. Titanish explained the environmental, aesthetic, and financial benefits associated with green roofs.  Participants learned about the different types of green roofs available, and their individual benefits and shortcomings.  Mr. Titanish explained how LiveRoof© makes use of compartmentalized modules that are grown locally and then professionally installed for an instantly full-grown green roof.  The unique maintenance requirements were also discussed, ranging from the initial setup stage to monthly or annual upkeep.

Following the presentation, the group toured the LEED Platinum Youth Center, which is comprised of a various assortment of innovative and green building materials.  Once outside, the group took in the array of solar panels and vegetation that covers the majority of the roofing structure.  The event was sponsored by USGBC Montgomery County Branch.

Therrien Waddell employees in attendance included Jerry Therrien, Dan Coffey (Chair of USGBC MoCo), Morgen Cooner, Malik Salifu, and Sarah Taylor (Board Member of USGBC MoCo).