Fytogreen Australia is thrilled to announce its significant achievements at the World Green Infrastructure Congress (WGIC) 2024, held in Auckland last week. This prestigious event, which unites global leaders in sustainable urban development, saw Fytogreen honored with multiple awards for their innovative green infrastructure projects.

The World Green Infrastructure Congress 2024 officially kicked off with numerous inspiring keynote speakers. Fytogreen was proud to be part of this impressive event, with Geoff Heard, Fytogreen’s Managing Director, presenting a talk titled “Pioneering Sustainable Greening.” His presentation highlighted groundbreaking advancements in green columns, roofs, and walls, showcasing how Fytogreen is revolutionizing urban landscapes across Australia. The presentation took place on Day 1 in the OGGB Building in Auckland.

Fytogreen’s commitment to sustainable and innovative green solutions was then further recognized at the Annual WGIC Awards gala, becoming category winners for both the Green Roofs and Green Walls!

Fytogreen extends its gratitude to all supporters and partners who have contributed to these achievements.

Winner – Green Walls: The Standard Green Wall

• Project Location: 15 Manning St, South Brisbane
• Designed, supplied, installed, and maintained by Fytogreen Australia for Aria Property Group
• Design by Woods Bagot and Form Landscape Architects, built by Hutchinson Builders
• Features Australia’s largest fire-compliant green wall, completed in April 2021
• Spans 410 square meters, showcasing 68 plant species and over 9,300 plants
• Enhances urban biodiversity, improves air quality, and reduces the urban heat island effect
• Integrates seamlessly with the building’s modern aesthetic, contributing to visual appeal and environmental performance
• Sets a new benchmark for sustainable urban development

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Winner – Green Roof: Boronggook Drysdale Library

• Opened in May 2023
• Features a unique circular design with sloping green roofs
• First of its kind in the Greater Geelong region, covering 544 square meters
• 45-degree outward slope forming a funnel, supported by a Geoweb cellular confinement system
• Home to more than 4,770 plants from 18 different native species
• Creates a natural habitat for birds, bees, and butterflies
• Extends to the facade of the library, facing public parkland
• Contributes to the library’s environmental sustainability performance, including stormwater collection for irrigation and a regenerative, self-sustaining planting palette
• Developed in collaboration with the City of Greater Geelong, powered by 100% renewable energy
• Exemplifies living architecture that integrates nature, culture, and technology

Watch the submission video:

Contact:
Lisa Carson
Marketing Manager – Fytogreen Australia
GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE SPECIALISTS