Founded in 2008, The Instituto Cidade Jardim is dedicated to the research, development, and installation of green roofs. Under the leadership of agricultural engineer Sérgio Rocha and ecologist Fabiana Scarda, the company aims to expand green spaces in urban areas.
With over two decades of experience, Sérgio is a passionate advocate for regenerative solutions to restore urban ecosystems. His contributions include developing Kaatop, the first hybrid green roof tile, and spearheading Brazil’s first online training program on green roofs—both reflecting his deep commitment to advancing green infrastructure.
Seeds of Inspiration: The Instituto Cidade Jardim’s Genesis
After working as ethnobotany researchers in the Amazon rainforest and living in traditional communities, Sérgio and Fabiana experienced a simple and healthy life up close. This led them to realize that cities around the world are the primary source of the environmental, food, and energy challenges people experience today. A significant part of this issue stems from how cities are built. Their inspiration comes from this desire for transformation—to integrate the countless environmental services that natural ecosystems provide into urban areas on a large scale. Their goal is to make cities healthier, happier, and far more efficient.
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