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RECOMMENDED INITIATIVES

The total costs, around $1000-$2000 reais
($200-400 USD) including labor and $400-$800
reais ($80-160 USD) without labor will be out
of reach for families that live on approximately
USD 1 per day so private donations or
government funding will be critical to scale the
project and enhance the overall effects of the
green roofs to reduce the temperatures and
improve drainage in Morro do Castro (Teto
Verde Favela, 2021). Teto Verde Favela is

available to provide training and installation
workshops and guidance as part of their
overall mission, so those costs will not need to
be covered, though, as they are a non-profit;
finding a way to donate to their organization Photo: Luis Cassiano. (Teto Verde
Favela, 2021).
would be greatly appreciated by them.

Favela Economic Benefits:

Reduced stormwater runoff by up to 65% and delay of flow rate by up to three
hours. This saves the community and residents from the financial costs
associated with flooding and water damage (Tassi et al., 2014)

Reduced energy use or needs in the home through shade provided, insulation,
and the cooling aspect of green roofs. (2014)

Green roofs last twice as long as traditional ones if appropriately maintained.
(2014)
Provides job training and employment for individuals who wish to learn to
install and maintain green roofs.

Health and Other Benefits:
Provide biodiversity and habitats in areas typically dominated by concrete and
asphalt. (Shafique et al., 2018)

Reduces the effects of urban heat islands, which can cause heat-related
illnesses, death, and air pollution. (2018)

Creation of job opportunities for favela residents. (2018)

Provides a community project in which residents can engage together

Solves immediate need to reduce temperatures in homes and communities
due to extreme heat.

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