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City of Toronto Eco-Roof Program - Deadline for First Round Applications - May 1, 2009

17 March 2009

The City of Toronto is now offering financial incentives for green roof and cool roof construction on industrial, commercial and institutional buildings.  The Eco-roof program will provide $50 per square metre of green roof up to $100,000 and $2-5 per square metre of cool roof up to $50,000 for projects on existing buildings.  On a one year pilot basis, the funding will also be available for green roofs on new buildings.  

 
An "eco-roof" refers to green roofs that support vegetation and cool roofs that reflect the sun's thermal energy according to the program's performance criteria (see website).  Eco-roofs can assist with storm-water management, reduce urban heat and summer cooling demands and beautify your building through increased biodiversity.  The eco-roof program builds on Toronto's successful green roof pilot program and green development strategy.

For full program details and to download an application, please visit:
www.toronto.ca/livegreen/ecoroofs 
 
The closing date for the first round of applications is May 1st, 2009. Please spread the word and contact me for further details.
  


 

 

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