Geoplast products reduce the heat island effect

• Europe warms twice the global average with urban temperatures reaching around 4°C higher.

• Geoplast green products mitigate heat island by increasing vegetation and reducing solar heat absorption.

• Rootbox, Salvaverde, Wall-Y, Completa enable the quick integration of trees and plants.

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Heat island effects on cities

European cities are warming faster than the global average. In major European cities, urban temperatures can be around 4°C higher than in surrounding rural areas. Dense asphalt, sealed soil, exposed facades, and limited vegetation increase heat storage and reduce thermal comfort.
 
 

Geoplast green products reduce solar absorption

Geoplast green products help reduce the absorption and reflection of solar radiation while supporting healthy tree growth and creating green facades, roofs, and vegetated surfaces. Geoplast green products help create more resilient urban spaces, improve user comfort.
 
 

Geoplast green products for fast and easy urban transformation

Extreme heat is particularly alarming in cities, where it intensifies the urban heat island effect. The EU policy brief outlines key actions to address this challenge.
 
Geoplast green products are quick and easy to install, helping cities take action now and accelerate the transformation of urban areas through green infrastructure.
 
 
 

Rootbox reduces the impact of urban heat islands by allowing the growth of strong urban trees that cool streets through shading and evaporation. Made from recycled plastic, it allows easy and fast installation and creates space for uncompacted soil, air circulation, and healthy root growth.

Salvaverde minimizes the urban heat island effect by replacing paved areas with vegetated surfaces. Its recycled plastic paving grid promotes rapid grass root development, and helps reduce surface heat gain in parking lots.

Wall-Y helps reduce the impact of urban heat islands by transforming exposed building façades into green surfaces that provide natural cooling. Its modular design supports vertical vegetation, helping reduce surface temperatures and improve thermal comfort.

Completa helps reduce the urban heat island effect by turning exposed roofs into vegetated surfaces that absorb less heat. Its modular tray creates extensive green roofs, supports plant growth, improves thermal performance, and cool urban environments.

By integrating these products into urban design, projects can combine trees, plants, green façades, and green roofs to reduce heat and contribute to more resilient urban environments.
 
 
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Geoplast green products
Rootbox
Salvaverde
Wall-Y
Completa