This project aims to create a lasting green wall, a vertical structure covered with vegetation that is secured to the side of an existing structure, on campus at Stony Brook University. Aside from aesthetics, green walls offer various sustainable solutions to current problems. Through the act of photosynthesis, vegetation has the ability to take in CO2 and produce O2. With rising levels of CO2 and global warming becoming a reality, green walls provide an effective solution to allow more vegetation to take part in reducing the CO2 levels without impeding on current terrain. Furthermore, in most residential and office buildings, close to 70% of all energy (heating, lighting, air conditioning, etc.) gets dissipated through walls, windows, and doorways. Research has shown that green walls act as deterrents for buildings’ energy loss. This will impact the energy input normally required for buildings, saving energy and money. This project proposes economical and environmental benefits to the university campus as well as enhancing the atmosphere for students.
The project is in the phase of designing preliminary CAD models to showcase in our proposal to the campus administration.