Sustainable Roofing

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After the Big Beautiful Bill caused multiple energy tax credits to sunset, roofing contractors and distributors face a new landscape in selling solar. SRS Distribution's Bill Eitenmiller and Jess Cress share their insights into 2026 and beyond.

New report maps how the industry applies sustainability and resiliency—and where alignment and improvement opportunities remain.

Serving as brand president of Maryland-based American Home Contractors, Zavala earned RT3's annual award for innovations that helped streamline operations for his company.

At ARMA’s Roofing Recycling Forum, leaders emphasized that industry-wide collaboration—especially contractor engagement—is essential to growing recycling infrastructure and meeting sustainability goals.

Researchers in Australia have developed a polymer coating that can pull water from the air as well as reflect 97% of the sun's rays, enhancing a roof's ability to collect water and reduce indoor temperatures.

In light of ongoing changes in the solar industry, GAF Energy is shutting down operations at its San Jose, Calif., headquarters and relocating to its Georgetown, Texas, facility.

35 Stone is a five-story mass timber office and retail building in Seattle’s Lake Union area, designed under the city’s Living Building Pilot Program to showcase sustainable design with rainwater harvesting, reduced energy use, and environmentally conscious materials, including custom metal panels.

Sika Roofing & Waterproofing achieved a 97% on the +Vantage Vinyl scorecard, reaffirming its silver status and dedication to sustainability leadership.

Japanese companies are testing a thin solar cell that could be used on low-load-bearing roofs, opening a new avenue for solar on industrial rooftops.