Tyler and Eric, the people behind the Seeing Green project, are breaking new ground when it comes to urban agriculture. Many know that urban farms are an innovative way to grow produce locally in big cities, but what else is there to know? What makes urban farms so great? And will they work in any city?There has been very little research on urban farming, and Tyler and Eric are trying to change that.
Their main goal is to test theories about farming cities. One of the toughest things about urban farming is irrigation, so the Seeing Green project measures storm water management at two farms in New York City in order to obtain concrete data. There are many benefits to urban roof farming that cities do not acknowledge, simply due to lack of research and concrete data. Tyler and Eric are trying to change this by creating an experiment that can be replicated in cities around America. Part of Tyler and Eric’s research is geared toward making it more feasible for landlords and building owners to host farming on their roofs. There are many rules and regulations regarding this, and Tyler and Eric are trying to convince cities to make it easier for rooftop farming to happen. Tyler and Eric’s goals not only help cities create farms on rooftops, but also help promote food security and economic opportunities are only beginning their
Tyler and Eric, the people behind this research prospect need to raise $12,000 by June 12th, 2011, in order to pay for the equipment necessary to complete their research. If you are interested in contributing to this innovative cause, please….With a donation of $2,000 or more, Tyler and Eric will even visit your home town and host a workshop in your community to talk about their mission.
