Free Short Course | Design and Implementation of Green Roofs and Walls for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
ABOUT THE COURSE:
Course framework: This course will be delivered within the context of the project “WASH 2025 – Green Shields: Mangroves as a Nature Based Solution for a Resilient Macao” implemented by Institute of Science and Environment at USJ and supported by WASH Foundation and Las Vegas Sands.
We are excited to offer a course that explores the design and implementation of green roofs and walls towards climate change mitigation and adaptation. This accessible and engaging program will guide participants through the fundamental concepts of green roof and walls systems, from their structural components and types to practical steps for installation and long-term care. Special emphasis will be placed on the multiple benefits green roofs and walls offer, such as improved building insulation, increased biodiversity, reduced urban heat island effect, and enhanced stormwater management.
Throughout the course, it will be highlighted real-world case studies that demonstrate how green roofs and walls are being successfully applied around the globe to address the impacts of climate change. Participants will learn how these systems contribute to both climate change mitigation—by sequestering carbon and improving energy efficiency—and adaptation, by helping cities manage extreme weather events. By showcasing examples, the course will illustrate how green roofs and walls can play a key role in building more resilient, sustainable urban environments. This is a unique opportunity to gain insight into a nature-based solution that aligns ecological integrity with urban development.
This is a FREE COURSE, Certificate of participation will be provided.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Cristina Calheiros (CIIMAR/USJ)
Cristina Calheiros, PhD in Biotechnology, is Adjunct Professor at University of Saint Joseph, SAR Macao, Research Scientist at CIIMAR-Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research of the University of Porto, Coordinator of the Centre for Monitoring and Environmental Interpretation (CMIA), Vila do Conde. She is Vice-president of The Portuguese National Association of Green Roof (ANCV), board member of The Portuguese Association for Water Resources – north region (APRH) and European Climate Pact Ambassador. Her work focuses on the development of nature-based solutions towards sustainability of territories and as tools for climate change adaptation and mitigation, and ecosystem services provision. Also works with several phytotechnologies and phytoremediation applied to water management towards a circular economy and environmental education.
DETAILS:
Engagement time: 4 hours
Date: Thursday, 15 May 2025
Schedule: 9:30-13-30 hours
Location: Speaker’s Hall, USJ Nape Campus – Rua de Londres 106, Macau
Course type: Face to Face
Language: English
Target Audience: General public; highly recommended for professionals working in relevant field
Moderated by: Karen Arano Tagulao
REGISTER HERE:
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Organiser: USJ Institute of Science and Environment
Support: WASH Foundations, Drop by Drop Project and Sands Eco-360
Partners: Centro Interdisciplinar de Investigação Marinha e Ambiental (CIIMAR), ANCV Green Roofs. Associação Portuguesa dos Recursos
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Details:
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