Mercedes-Benz of Burlington to Hold Green Roof Ceremony and Dedication

Mercedes-Benz of Burlington announced the installation of a green roof to the dealership, a growing trend in urban environments and the first of its kind in the Town. The roof will be dedicated at a special ceremony to former Planning Board member, Ann Cummings, who has worked for the past 11 years to bring eco-friendly building practices to the Town of Burlington.

“We are excited to install the partial green roof on our Mercedes-Benz of Burlington building because of the many benefits that it will bring to the environment,” said Bernie Moreno, owner of Mercedes-Benz of Burlington. “Through this dedication, we are honoring the hard work and devotion of Ann Cummings to the Town of Burlington and to the promotion of environmentally friendly practices.”

The roof of the dealership is partially covered with living vegetation and speaks to the growing eco-friendly consciousness of suburban areas around Boston. It has numerous aesthetic benefits, but more importantly, environmental benefits including:

· Urban Heat Island Mitigation: The urban heat island effect is the temperature difference between urban areas and their rural surroundings. The temperature differential causes air currents and dust, and even contributes to violent weather events within urban settings. The green roof vegetation helps by cooling the air, slowing air movement and acting as a substrate for pollution to settle out and detoxify.

· Waste Diversion: The materials used in this installation are made from 100% recycled plastics. Reground post-industrial and post-consumer recycled plastics are diverted from landfills. Additionally, green roofs help to extend the life of roof membranes, keeping them on the roof and out of landfills longer.

· Fire Prevention: Green roof plants also help reduce the risk of fire.

“The green roof marks the completion of the 137 conditions mandated by the Town of Burlington in order for the dealership to be approved,” said Nick DiMauro, lead counsel at the dealership. “We couldn’t be happier with the dealership and we look forward to continuing our partnership with the Town of Burlington.”

The event will be held at Mercedes-Benz of Burlington, located at 80-82 Cambridge Street, from 6:30 – 8:00 PM. For more information on the event or project, please visit www.MBOB.com.