WFYI Public Television & Radio Station

stacking functions atop one of the largest green roofs in Indianapolis

WFYI is Indiana’s flagship PBS and NPR member television and radio stations. In the spring of 2013, WFYI installed a 6,000 SF Omni Green Roof™, one of Indianapolis’ largest green roofs at the time, atop its headquarters.

Prior to the installation of the green roof, recording equipment in the studios picked up the sound of rain hitting the roof, a problem eliminated by the tall plant canopy now growing on the rooftop. The green roof meadow features a variety of native and pollinator-friendly plants including daylilies, echinacea, and cosmos.

The varied, colorful plant palette provides the overlooking offices with meadowscape views unique within an otherwise urban environment. Additionally, the green roof has helped to reduce the urban heat island effect, mitigate stormwater runoff, and improve air quality.

Location
Indianapolis, IN

Type
Existing Building
Commercial

Size
6,000 SF