That is taking "green" to a whole new level.

"Sustainable design principles will be included as part of the design process. Specifically, those principles that emphasize energy efficiency, long-term durability and maintenance, and long-term flexibility and adaptability are included. Since this project will involve a significant amount of demolition, the potential of recycling demolition waste will be investigated. Although certification of this building will not be sought, consultants are encouraged to use a sustainability measurement tool such as the LEED rating system."  http://www.uwsuper.edu/facilities/construction/yellowjacketunion/index.cfm

Cheers to UWS. Hopefully the sod they laid down is native grasses and they won't have to water much (or mow).

The Target Center, Mpls City Hall, and Mpls downtown library all have green roofs now.  Hennepin County Medical Center is growing herbs on their roof for use in the cafeteria.

A new restaurant in New York City is growing all of the food they serve on their roof year-round (they have greenhouses). They don't give building permits in Singapore unless the building has a green roof and maybe even living walls.

A formerly crazy idea is becoming standard. Anybody know of any other green roofs or rooftop gardens planned in the area?

This is great.  More green roofs and solar-panel roof shingles!

@ schutz...sheep would be better. goats don't eat much grass when there are other things around. they do keep the trees trimmed up nicely, though.