Fixing City Noise, Stress, and Pollution Using Only Plants | Mashable

Turning existing city infrastructure green can filter out fine dust and noise, reduce urban heat island effects, and even reduce stress. All it takes is regreening 20 percent of façades and rooftops for every fifth building in a city. That's part of Rudi Scheuermann's bold green building envelope plan, which reimagines the relationship between nature and architecture in order to create a more sustainable and happier living environment. Mashable is your source for the latest in tech, culture, and entertainment.   Subscribe to Mashable: https://bit.ly/2DR64oM Watch more episodes of Technologic: http://bit.ly/2K4jn9N Follow us: Check out www.mashable.com Facebook:   / mashable   Twitter:   / mashable   Instagram:   / mashable   #Pollution #Gardens #Sustainability