Climate change is no longer a distant concern : it is an unfolding reality, altering ecosystems, intensifying weather patterns, and reshaping how we live and build. In the pursuit of sustainable solutions to mitigate its impact, the concept of green infrastructure has emerged as a vital ally. Among these innovations, EcoGreen roofs stand out as a powerful yet underutilized strategy that blends architecture, ecology, and resilience. This book, “Eco-Green Roofs to Combat Climate Change”, is born out of an urgent need to rethink our built environment. It explores how green roofs: living, breathing layers of vegetation atop buildings can play a pivotal role in climate adaptation and mitigation. From reducing urban heat islands to managing stormwater, improving air quality, and enhancing biodiversity, green roofs are more than aesthetic upgrades; they are climate solutions rooted in science and sustainability. The pages ahead delve into the design principles, ecological benefits, technological innovations, and policy frameworks that make green roofs not just feasible but essential. Drawing on global case studies, research findings, and practical guidelines, this book seeks to inform and inspire architects, urban planners, environmentalists, researchers, School, College, University and all who envision a greener future. As the climate crisis deepens, the choice to integrate nature into our cities is not just wise, it is imperative. Let this book be both a guide and a call to action, reminding us that every rooftop holds the potential to heal, restore, and protect the world we share.

Cite : Samantarai, S.K “Eco-Green Roofs to combat climate change” NewredmarsEducation , 2025, 1-340, ISBN: 978-93-93620-637