Introducing Indicators for Assessing the Readiness of Buildings for Greening Interventions

.The adaptation of the built environment to climate change requires strate-gic interventions that enhance urban resilience against increasing environ-mental risks. Adaptation measures emphasize targeted solutions to minimize climate-related vulnerabilities. Among these, Nature-Based Solutions (NBS), such as green roofs and vegetated facades, play a crucial role in improving thermal regulation, stormwater management, and urban biodiversity. How-ever, their effectiveness depends on large-scale implementation guided by systematic evaluation criteria rather than isolated applications. This study presents a methodological framework for assessing buildings’ suitability for green roof implementation, integrating technical feasibility, environmental impact, and economic viability. The approach consists of de-fining intervention areas, categorizing relevant parameters, and prioritizing buildings through a multi-criteria evaluation model. Advanced tools, includ-ing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and environmental modeling, support data-driven decision-making. A structured weighting system, based on literature review, field observa-tions, and expert consultations, ensures an objective evaluation of key feasi-bility indicators such as structural capacity, roof conditions, and accessibil-ity. The methodology facilitates the identification of high-priority buildings where green roofs can be most effectively implemented, optimizing both en-vironmental benefits and economic investments. By providing a scalable de-cision-support tool, this study contributes to advancing climate adaptation strategies and promoting sustainable urban transformations. The proposed methodology is applied on a case-study area in the city of Naples (Italy).