Furbish innovates and develops living systems, primarily green roofs and green walls, to benefit the built environment. We deploy natural systems, which make economic sense for every building, to improve our health and the environment. Much of our work involves measuring ecological processes and their benefits, which we attempt to do with rigor and discipline and respect for the scientific process. We are committed to accurately portraying environmental benefits, versus "greenwashing." We value third-party verification and scrutiny, such as through our partnerships with University of Maryland, The Center for Watershed Protection, and Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
An absolutely stunning example of what great partnerships can achieve in our industry- The Wilson School in Washington DC is a site to see. A huge congratulations to Gilbane Building Company , Kalkreuth Roofing & Sheet Metal and all others involved in this, truly iconic project. We are honored to...
While millions of square feet of #greenroof exist in advanced countries like the United States and Canada, the ever worsening swings of climate change touch all reaches of our planet. South Africa is a quintessential example of a country that would benefit from the infusion of #livingsystems in...
With extreme changes in climate,world-w ide, many people are asking the question "what can we do to solve this problem". One solution to combat rising urban temperatures, storm water mitigation and more is meshing #livingroofs with our built environment:
Sometimes, Winter seems like it will never end. Our stewardship crews are itching to get back up on budding, warm,… https://t.co/xIqst1HgxP
The presence of nature in our daily spaces cannot be understated. The otherwise sterile, man-made office building i… https://t.co/NDWFQzVIfh
@AIANational announcing big move towards Environmental Stewarship! Fantastic to see great design and sustainable de… https://t.co/fHRPQikqdE
A staple of Baltimore City, the Enoch Pratt Free Library has just completed a major renovation thanks to the amazin… https://t.co/XqDVjc2Xyn
In addition to the aesthetic value, green roofs manage stormwater, reduce energy costs to buildings and combat the… https://t.co/MEK5gArBqd
An inspiring look into "how health systems are meeting the challenge of climate change". #climatechange… https://t.co/PsFmwIsYG3
Three iconic Washington DC features in one picture: The Capitol Building, The Washington Monument and one of the go… https://t.co/cscLjthrxZ