Green Roofs Australasia — Building Greener Cities
Green Roofs Australasia (GRA) is the peak industry body championing green roofs, green walls and living infrastructure across Australia and the wider region. As our cities grow denser and hotter, vegetated buildings are no longer a luxury — they are essential infrastructure for stormwater management, urban cooling, biodiversity and human wellbeing. We connect designers, installers, researchers, councils and building owners to accelerate the uptake of living infrastructure nationwide.
Why green roofs and walls matter
A green roof does far more than look beautiful. It insulates the building below, cutting heating and cooling energy; it retains stormwater, easing pressure on drains during downpours; it cools the surrounding air, fighting the urban heat island effect that makes Australian cities several degrees hotter than surrounding countryside; and it creates habitat for birds, bees and native insects in the heart of the city. Green walls bring the same benefits to vertical surfaces, transforming blank facades into living ecosystems.
Resources for industry and community
Our resources span design guides, case studies of landmark Australian projects, research summaries on living infrastructure performance, and guidance on planning policy and environmental rating systems such as Green Star. Whether you are specifying your first green roof or managing a portfolio of living buildings, our library — from biophilic design to planning frameworks — provides the evidence base you need.
Policy and advocacy
GRA works with governments at all levels to embed living infrastructure in planning schemes, building codes and urban strategies. From climate adaptation plans to density bonuses for green roofs, smart policy turns individual projects into citywide transformation.
Join the movement
Explore our project showcases, technical resources and industry news, and join a community proving that Australia’s cities can be cooler, greener and more liveable — one rooftop at a time.