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Is Your Building Conducive to the Installation of a Green Roof?

Any reason for installing green roofs on a building—whether it’s to save money or the environment—is a good reason.
Chris Psencik Richard Heller
April 10, 2014
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The usage of green roofs has grown throughout 2012, but this sustainable choice has its pros and cons.
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Solar Racking: Ballasted or Mechanically Attached?

Jeff Spies
April 7, 2014
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For years the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) and many top solar roofing professionals have discouraged solar contractors from using ballasted racking systems.
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California Energy Code Regulation Spurs New Roofing Trends

Kayla Kratz
April 7, 2014
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New changes in the state's energy code will affect residential builders and developers.
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Critical Success Factors for Green Roof Projects

Here are some important architectural considerations to ensure the success of a green roof installation.
Clayton Rugh, Ph.D.
April 3, 2014
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A green roof is a supplemental system that covers a conventional roof with a layer of vegetation.
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Simple Solutions to Complex Roofing Problems: Taking a Second Look

Roof systems depend on the effective interrelationship of all of their components.
Louisa Hart
January 1, 2014
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There’s no doubt that simple solutions to complex problems can be very appealing.
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An Efficient Endeavor: Shell Roofing Solutions Succeeds by Delivering Sustainability

Contractor Profile
Samantha Meux
December 4, 2013
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Rudy Gutierrez knew he was taking a risk when he founded a family-owned roofing company in the midst of an economic recession, but he was confident that his business model would prevail.
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Green, Greener, Greenest?

Sustainable Roofing
James R. Kirby AIA
June 4, 2013
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Four similar buildings at a correction facility presented a perfect opportunity to compare roof performance.
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Turning Green into the Black

Jim Hoff
May 13, 2013
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Learn how to turn green practice into green profit for your business.
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Focus On Vegetative Roof Systems

April 11, 2013
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These products really put the "green" in green roofing.
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Green Is in His DNA

Wisconsin Contractor Finds Niche for Solar, Converts Fleet to Run on CNG
Stephanie Fujiwara
February 8, 2013
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 Bob Kulp grew up on a farm in Wisconsin, and he credits his early experience with shaping his views on recycling and sustainability.


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