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Home » sustainable roofing

Articles Tagged with ''sustainable roofing''

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Sustainability

Transforming Urban Cityscapes: A Vegetated Roofing Solution in the Heart of Pittsburgh

David L. Lawrence Convention Center rooftop terraces stand as a testament to the potential of green infrastructure and urban resilience
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Rick Kile
April 23, 2025
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Once plagued by leaks, this Pittsburgh convention center rooftop now thrives as a sustainable, multifunctional green space that tackles climate challenges with vegetated roofing solutions.


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Study says worldwide solar can power 65% of global energy needs.
Sustainability News

Rooftop Solar Could Power the World — and Roofing Contractors Hold the Key

New study shows solar panels on roofs worldwide could eliminate the need for fossil fuels
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
March 20, 2025
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A new study suggests covering all suitable rooftops worldwide with solar panels could generate 65% of global electricity: Roofing contractors stand to gain by integrating solar solutions into their services.


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Hempitecture’s mission for decarbonization at scale, the materials used to create hempcrete biocomposites absorb carbon dioxide during curing
Sustainable Products

Hempitecture Introduces Hempcrete: Bio-based Material That is Resilient Against Fires

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Roofing Contractor Staff
March 10, 2025
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Hempitecture’s ASTM-tested Hempcrete offers fire resistance and energy savings, helping contractors build safer, more resilient structures in wildfire-prone areas.


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Westlake Royal Building Products’ Davinci and Newpoint lines have added colors and expanded offerings across markets.
Manufacturer News

Westlake Royal’s DaVinci and Newpoint Brands Introduce New Colors, Expand Offerings

Brands launch new colors; Newpoint also expands market offerings
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Roofing Contractor Staff
February 24, 2025
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Westlake Royal Building Products launched new colors for its DaVinci Roofscapes and Newpoint Concrete Roof Tiles lines. 


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Florida is floating the idea of phasing out asphalt shingles through onerous maintenance.
Sustainability and Regulatory

Florida Puts Asphalt Shingles in the Crosshairs

With a burgeoning insurance crisis, the state’s top insurance commissioner floats the idea of abandoning asphalt for alternative materials
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
January 2, 2025
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Florida's top insurance chief urges moving away from using asphalt shingles, citing poor storm durability and advocating resilient alternatives despite higher costs and challenges. What, if anything, does that mean for contractors and homeowners?


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The Chet Holifield Federal Building in Laguna Niguel, Calif.
Manufacturer News

Polyglass U.S.A. Powers Roof at Chet Holifield Federal Building

Polyglass’s ADESO self-adhered roof system is featured in the Nov/Dec issue of Architectural West magazine
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Roofing Contractor Staff
December 17, 2024
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Polyglass U.S.A., Inc. is featured in Architectural West magazine, highlighting the 20-year success of its ADESO Self-Adhered Technology on California's iconic Holifield Federal Building.


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Continuus-Materials, producer of Everboard roof boards, has halted production.
Manufacturing Mystery

Continuus Materials Halts Production of ‘Everboard’ Roofing Panels Without Explanation

Shutdown of WM-backed plant for roofing boards from recycled materials remains puzzling
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Roofing Contractor Staff
November 26, 2024
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Continuus Materials abruptly closed its Iowa plant producing Everboard roofing panels, displacing 32 workers; despite prior WM and Tailwater Capital investment, no explanation was given.


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IPG's ECP division announced its roofing underlayment product, NovaSeal, has achieved Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver level certification.
Roofing Sustainability

NovaSeal Underlayment Achieves Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver Certification

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Roofing Contractor Staff
September 27, 2024
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IPG's ECP division announced that its roofing underlayment product, NovaSeal, has achieved Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver level certification for its environmental and performance standards.


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Sika's EcoSmart Roof has been a groundbreaking system that is sustainable and economical.
Eco-Friendly Innovation

Sika, Dupont Celebrate a Decade of Sustainable Roofing Solutions

EcoSmart Roof has been a groundbreaking system that is sustainable and economical
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Roofing Contractor Staff
September 18, 2024
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Sika Roofing is celebrating a decade-long partnership with DuPont, offering the EcoSmart Roof system that combines durable, recyclable materials and a 50-year reusable insulation warranty for sustainability.


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Sustainable Roofing owners Robby and Jaycee Wilkerson with Kris Delgado
Contractor Q&A

Sustainable Roofing: Helping Roofs Breathe Easier

Husband and wife Robby and Jaycee Wilkerson staked roots in Texas’ Brazos Valley from the Pacific Northwest, bringing an eco-centric aesthetic in roofing contracting to the Lone Star State
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
April 15, 2024
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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.
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