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Going Green
Transforming urban environments with smog-reducing granules
By SOPREMA. Discover the science behind the air-preserving innovation of ECO3 granules and see how this roofing solution contributes to a greener future. At SOPREMA, we are committed to protecting people and property, which is why our ECO3 granule surfaced membranes are designed in a way that drastically reduces the ...
Leading the way to a greener future
By Jonny Suchor. Revolutionize your roofing with environmentally friendly solutions. At the 2024 International Builders Show, Heidi J. Ellsworth from RoofersCoffeeShop® speaks with Jamie Cito, the senior director of residential product marketing at GAF. Jamie has been with GAF for 11 years and oversees a range of products from ...
Peer-reviewed study on GAF and Climate Resolve initiative demonstrates effectiveness of cool pavement coatings in mitigating extreme heat
First-of-its-kind study showcases impact of community-wide approach. GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, and Climate Resolve, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit dedicated to climate resilience, announced the results of a peer-reviewed study by Altostratus Inc. examining the effects of cool pavements in mitigating urban heat. ...
An innovative path towards sustainability
By Jonny Suchor This white paper addresses how innovative coatings can help improve energy efficiency and reduce the carbon footprint of buildings. AkzoNobel, a leading global paints and coatings company, has recently launched a white paper regarding how coil coatings can contribute to a sustainable environment. This document is part ...
Sunny outlooks: The benefits of cool roofing systems for energy efficiency
By Anna Lockhart. Cool roof systems can help building owners maximize energy savings and sustainable efforts! When it comes to keeping a building cool, brands like Beacon Building Products know one of the great ways to keep the heat at bay is through installing a cool roofing system! Cool ...
SnapNrack and CertainTeed partner to help installers and homeowners go solar with complete peace of mind
Partnership sets new standard by providing homeowners with 25-year complimentary warranties that cover roofing material, solar mounting system, panels and solar installation workmanship. SnapNrack, a leading manufacturer of solar mounting solutions, and CertainTeed, a leading North American manufacturer of sustainable building materials, proudly announce that they are partnering to provide more ...
Saving energy and lowering utilities
By Guardian Roofing and Gutters. It can be a struggle for homeowners to balance keeping their homes and their bank accounts comfortable, but there are steps to help achieve both goals. Editor's note: Share this energy savings guide with homeowners this winter. As the winter months drag on for ...
Cooling from the ground up
By Dani Sheehan. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about cool roofs and mingle with industry leaders at the CRRC Annual Meeting! Are you a member of the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC), or looking to become one? You won’t want to miss their annual meeting this year ...
Understanding and applying sustainable building methods
By Emma Peterson. Sustainability often seems like an abstract, unattainable goal, but there are many simple changes you can make to incorporate efforts into your current operations. Heidi J. Ellsworth met with Shawn Stanley from IB Roof Systems™ for an episode of Roofing RoadTrips® to talk about how contractors ...
Owens Corning Roofing Launches Solar PROtect™ Program
Solar-ready program offers Owens Corning Roofing Platinum and Preferred Contractors and homeowners a powerful advantage. Owens Corning Roofing is unveiling the Solar PROtect™ Program, an integrated program that helps Owens Corning Roofing Platinum and Preferred Contractors and the homeowners they serve leverage renewable energy from the roof. The solar-ready program responds ...
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