EXPERIENCE AND PROSPECTS OF USING VERTICAL PLANTING IN THE URBAN ENVIRONMENT

Abstract

The purpose of this article is to identify the features and advantages of using vertical greening in urban architecture based on an analysis of domestic and foreign experience as an innovative tool that is consistent with the concept of sustainable development. The results of the analysis make it possible to create a number of conceptual proposals specifically for the city of Kyiv, which can be implemented after conducting scientific and design research. In the context of increasing urbanisation and worsening environmental problems, taking into account rapid climate change, vertical greening is becoming particularly relevant. The study analyses and systematises existing types of green wall systems, identifies their main characteristics and describes the technologies used to implement them. Particular attention is paid to analysing the differences between systems in terms of their structure and construction methods, which is critical for choosing the optimal solution in the Ukrainian climate. The research methods are based on the analysis of scientific works and practical experience (both domestic and foreign) in the application of vertical greening, on the description and generalisation of facts, and on the systematisation of processes highlighted in scientific articles, with an emphasis on key aspects of the research. In addition, the forecasting method made it possible to identify possible scenarios for the development of the urban environment, taking into account the introduction of vertical greening and its impact on environmental sustainability, urban comfort and energy efficiency of buildings. The results of the study prove that vertical greening systems have a wide range of possible uses both in the architecture of buildings and structures and in the regeneration of urban spaces. The choice of a specific vertical greening system in Ukraine should be based not only on construction and climatic constraints, but also on environmental feasibility and economic efficiency throughout the entire life cycle. Given the rising cost of energy resources and the need to adapt to climate change, vertical greening can be an effective tool for creating a comfortable and modern urban environment in Ukraine. Conclusion. Taking into account global trends and the experience of leading countries with similar climatic conditions, it can be concluded that Ukraine lacks experience in the use of vertical greening systems, but there is significant potential and economic feasibility for the use of these systems in the regeneration of industrial and residential buildings, in new construction and in the improvement of urban space design.