Coming from upstate New York, I am used to seeing green everywhere: from trees, to shrubs, to grass. However, coming to New York City for the past year, I have been disappointed with the lack of vegetation. To solve this problem and suggest an eco-friendly solution, I want mention green roofs which are plants grown on top of a rooftop. Green roofs combat the issue of population density in urban settings. In modern times, people are prioritized over plants which creates a lack of plant life in many cities, however, green roofs take advantage of this unused space above the residents’ roofs. In addition, these gardens reduce carbon emissions because they provide insulation in the winter and protect from solar heat in the summer, decreasing the amount of oil needed for heaters and air conditioners. Furthermore, these gardens help with the flooding problems in cities caused by a lack of drainage. The plants on the roof retain rainwater, make run off cleaner, and decrease total run off, taking a major stress off a weakness in infrastructure. The plethora of benefits combined with the nice touch of green the gardens offer should influence inhabitants and lawmakers of urban settings to further construct these structures.