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CitiesAlive 2011

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The only conference in North America devoted to the green roof and wall industry. This year, CitiesAlive examines how green roofs and walls can contribute to Philadelphia's multi-billion dollar plans to utilize green infrastructure to revitalize its urban waters.

Green roofs and walls are key components in restoring vital water resources in the urban environment, reducing the urban heat island and improving the health and well being of communities. CitiesAlive represents a transformation to greener, healthier cities as well as new business opportunities in an industry that grew almost 30% last year.

Join CitiesAlive to explore the full potential of living green infrastructure through:

- Education sessions and a Green Roof Professional (GRP) accreditation exam
- Expert panel discussions and meetings with green roof and wall industry experts
- Tours of extraordinary green roof and wall projects
- The Green Roof and Wall Industry Trade Show
- The latest science on green roof and wall performance research
- Award winning green roof designs

Sessions will also the theme of integrated water management for Buildings and Sites.

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