How to fix pollution, noise, and stress in cities using only plants

Turning existing city infrastructure green by installing plants can filter out fine dust and noise, reduce urban heat island effects, and even reduce stress. All it takes is regreening 20 percent of façades and rooftops for every fifth building in a city. 

That's part of Rudi Scheuermann's bold green building envelope plan, which reimagines the relationship between nature and architecture in order to create a more sustainable and happier living environment Read more...

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