Sustainability

New GAF Polyiso Plant in Illinois Begins Production

gottliebb@enr.com (Bryan Gottlieb) — Thu, 30 May 2024 23:33:21 -0400

GAF commenced production at its fifth polyisocyanurate insulation plant in Peru, Ill., producing GREENGUARD-Gold certified EnergyGuard insulation products and adding 70 jobs to the local economy.

Castagra Products Accepting Applications for 2024 Roofing Scholarship Program

Tue, 21 May 2024 07:00:00 -0400

Students pursuing a post-secondary education in college or vocational programs in roofing or a similar field are encouraged to apply for the annual scholarship program.

2024 Storm Season Starts with Intense Storms, Tornado Outbreaks

Thu, 16 May 2024 07:00:00 -0400

The 2024 storm season has seen a surge in severe weather events, with tornadoes and hailstorms wreaking havoc across multiple states, highlighting the growing intensity of supercell storms and their devastating impacts.

Mycocycle Raises $3.6 Million to Transform Waste into Sustainable Raw Materials with Fungi

Wed, 15 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400

Mycocycle, the biotechnology company using fungi to transform construction debris into reusable materials, received a new round of funding that will help it further scale its waste-to-value chain.

GAF Opens New Texas Timberline Solar Facility

Mon, 13 May 2024 12:00:00 -0400

Community and company leaders held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at GAF Energy's new 450,000-square-foot Timberline Solar manufacturing facility in Georgetown, Texas.

Tesla Gives Vague Update on Solar Business in Q1 2024 Report

Fri, 03 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400

Tesla boasted record highs for its energy storage in Q1 2024 but remained fairly silent about its solar business.

Sustainable Roofing: Helping Roofs Breathe Easier

gottliebb@enr.com (Bryan Gottlieb) — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 10:40:41 -0400

Husband and wife duo Robby and Jaycee Wilkerson, co-principals of Sustainable Roofing, emphasize ventilation expertise and sustainability in their eco-friendly and customer-centric approach to roofing contracting.

GAF Energy Receives Miami-Dade County Approval for Solar Roof

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 15:46:16 -0400

With the approval, GAF Energy's Timberline Solar meets or exceeds the High Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements of the Florida Building Code standards for safety, wind resistance, and waterproofing.

SnapNrack and CertainTeed Partner, Help Installers and Homeowners ‘Go Solar’

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 11:25:17 -0400

SnapNrack and CertainTeed join forces to offer seamless warranties for solar installations on residential roofs, ensuring peace of mind for homeowners and installers.

BRAVA Introduces Updated Slate Roof Tile Profile

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0400

A2.0 version of the Slate Roof Tile is a notable upgrade to the existing composite slate tile with a distinct focus on the redesigned edge.

Solar Power Systems Ranks Top Solar Companies in 3 States

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 07:00:00 -0500

Solar Power Systems, an independent research firm, released a list of the top solar companies in Calif., Ariz., and Nev. to provide consumers and vendors with unbiased research.

Tesla Closes 2023 with Lowest Solar Deployment Since 2020

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Tesla's solar deployment continued to drop in the final quarter of 2023, though its energy storage saw massive increases compared to last year.

Owens Corning Roofing Launches Solar PROtect Program

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 07:00:00 -0500

The solar-ready program is a response to increased homeowner interest in energy-generating roof assemblies and provides contractors with a strategy to differentiate and help grow their business.

Owens Corning Again Earns Place on Dow Jones Sustainability World Index

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Owens Corning secured its spot on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for the 14th consecutive year, also on the DJSI North America Index for the sixth year.

Saint-Gobain Invests in ION Storage Systems' Earth-friendly Battery Production

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0500

NOVA by Saint-Gobain invests in ION Storage Systems to advance innovative battery technologies. ION focuses on solid-state solutions for various applications.

Researchers Offer ‘Adaptive Roof Tile’ Concept That Responds to Outside Temp., Reduces Energy Consumption

gottliebb@enr.com (Bryan Gottlieb) — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 07:00:00 -0500

UC Santa Barbara researchers have developed adaptive roof tiles that reduce heating and cooling costs without electronics, using a wax motor for thermoregulation.

Owens Corning Partners with Ripple Glass to Expand Glass Recycling in Georgia

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0500

The Owens Corning/Ripple Glass campaign highlights how recycled glass in the production of new fiberglass insulation offsets the need for virgin, mined material such as sand.

Study Shows Cool Roofs Can Help Increase Power Yields in PV Solar Panels

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0500

A Spanish-Algerian study shows how applying cool roof coatings can increase the amount of power generated by certain rooftop solar panels.

Project Profile: World's Largest 'Passive House' Office Building

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0500

The most energy-efficient, large-scale office building ever built in a cold climate is found in Boston, with designers choosing Elevate roofing systems for the job.

Peak Roofing, CertainTeed Collaborate to Push New ‘Solstice’ Solar Shingle System

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Summit Energy's Peak Roofing division has chosen CertainTeed's Solstice Solar Shingle System as its new go-to line in expanding solar use among residential customers throughout the Northeast.

Solar and Roofing: Current Trends and Looking Ahead

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:50:29 -0500

The solar industry is rapidly growing, with global revenue projected to reach $241 billion by 2031. The U.S. market alone is estimated to reach $900 million by 2025, driven by improved technology, reduced costs, design and installation enhancements and government tax credits.

How to Prevent Severe Weather Damage to Solar Panels?

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:00:29 -0500

Solar panels have shown remarkable resilience in severe weather, but falling debris or installation issues can sometimes cause damage; Panasonic offers some steps to prepare and protect solar panels from severe storms.

What is ‘Heartbeat Technology’ and How Can it Optimize Solar?

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Homeowners are increasingly turning to home energy devices like solar panels, batteries, and electric vehicle chargers - and a new technology called "Heartbeat," powered by AI and developed by Panasonic - is simplifying their management by connecting and optimizing energy systems through a single software platform.

Product Focus: Solar

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 23:00:00 -0500

A roundup of products and materials offered to the roofing industry. This month, check out the latest offerings in solar roofing.

GAF Energy Completes Timberline Solar Manufacturing Facility in Georgetown, Texas

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 12:08:41 -0500

The new manufacturing facility, GAF Energy's second, will increase its capacity by 500% and bring total production of its solar shingle to 300 megawatts annually.

Giving Back and Giving Thanks

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In November's Roofing Contractor magazine, Editor-in-Chief Art Aisner touches upon the grace that embodies the roofing industry and the synergies between roofing and our nation’s veterans; it is strong and continues to grow.

Tesla’s Solar Business Continues to Decline in Q3 2023

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Tesla's solar products experienced additional declines in Q3 2023, though its energy storage is once again booming, according to the company's latest earnings report.

EagleView Introduces SolarReady Prospecting and Sales Acceleration Solution

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 11:43:53 -0400

SolarReady leverages EagleView's property data and analytics expertise to deliver a prospecting and business development solution for solar contractors.

Holcim Announces $100 Million Investment in US Flagship Operation

Sat, 21 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Holcim US announced a planned investment of around $100 million in its flagship Ste. Genevieve, Mo., production plant, expanding capacity by over 600,000 metric tons of cement while also reducing net CO2 emissions.

Owens Corning Touts Progress on Shingle Recycling Initiatives

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Owens Corning is touting its progress toward a "circular shingle economy" through recycling efforts, including partnering with the National Center for Asphalt Technology to study the use of recycled shingles in asphalt pavement.