June 21 Environmental Issues Forum Features Green Roof Presentation
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The director of Penn State University’s Center for Green Roof Research will be the presenter at the Joint Legislative Air and Water Pollution Control and Conservation Committee’s June 21 Environmental Issues Forum.

            Penn State Associate Professor of Horticulture Dr. Robert D. Berghage will address the forum at 12:00 noon in Room G-50 of the K. Leroy Irvis Building. 
            Dr. Berghage will talk about the Center for Green Roof Research and its history and research projects, as well as green roof technology and its environmental and economic benefits. Find out how green roofs can reduce storm water runoff, cut energy costs, lower noise pollution, improve air quality, promote biodiversity and extend the life of a roof.
            Rep. Scott Hutchinson (R-Venango) serves as Chair of the Committee and Sen. Ray Musto (D-Luzerne) serves as Vice Chair.

 


6/21/2010

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