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Manufacturer News

All Weather Insulated Panels Launches Pw-R Series for Solar Applications

Partnership combines a solar solution with AWIP roof systems

April 24, 2025

Touted as a field-installed solar PV solution, the rooftop assembly is designed to deliver optimal efficiency and work seamlessly with AWIP’s metal roof systems.

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

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.

Young Gun Nick Zavala

Staying Ahead of the Game

Art Aisner

March 3, 2025

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Nick Zavala is focused on helping make the roof replacement process better for both his team and his customers.

Martin Solar's Hidden Fastener Solar Mount as one of 20 semifinalists in the American-Made Solar Prize Round 8.

Innovation News

Martin Solar Invention Wins First Phase of Dept. of Energy Solar Prize Round 8

First-of-its-kind solar mount is one of 20 semi-finalists nationwide

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 6, 2025

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Martin Solar’s Hidden Fastener Solar Mount was named a semifinalist in the DOE’s Solar Prize Round 8, earning $50K; the mount preserves roof integrity without external penetration.

Jackery unveiled its XBC curved solar shingles at the 2025 CES trade show in Las Vegas.

Solar Roofing Innovation

Jackery's S-Tile Solar Shingle May Outshine Tesla

New solar s-tile unveiled at CES offers an elegant profile even squares will go gaga over

Bryan Gottlieb

January 21, 2025

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At CES 2025, Jackery unveiled its XBC curved solar shingles, blending a wavy aesthetic with 25% efficiency, modular durability and affordability, outshining pricier options like Tesla's solar roof.

Editor's Choice

Cutting-Edge Roofing Solutions for 2025

The roofing industry places a premium on technology, safety and productivity with new product offerings for 2025

Art Aisner

November 25, 2024

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From AI-powered technology to safety equipment, Roofing Contractor lists potential game-changing products contractors should consider to enhance their business offerings and operations.

Solar Roofing

Roofing Distributor Profile: Bill Eitenmiller, SRS Distribution

Industry vet takes on a new role to help distributor enter the solar industry

Chris Gray

November 6, 2024

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Bill Eitenmiller went from being a “starving artist” to a driving force behind SRS Distribution’s entry into the solar industry.

Recursos de Capacitación

Owens Corning University 2.0 Incluye Contenido en Español

OCU 2.0 adopta a los contratistas de techos latinos y la necesidad de educación solar con nuevo contenido

Chris Gray

November 4, 2024

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Las actualizaciones de la plataforma de educación en línea OCU 2.0 incluyen personalización, seguimiento de progreso y contenido específico para hispanohablantes e interesados en techos solares.

Great Bay Distributors, Inc. warehouse, featuring solar panels on the roof

Solar Special Section

5 Things About U.S. Solar Roofing Market

Despite a dip in residential sales largely due to economic conditions and market-specific energy policies, roofers remain optimistic about solar roofing

Art Aisner

November 4, 2024

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Check out five things driving the solar roofing marketplace in the U.S. as Q4 2024 gets underway.