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Roofing Contractors and California's Solar Mandate

New solar energy requirements in California make it decision time for roofers.

July 16, 2018

California has adopted a sweeping change to its Code of Regulations — effective Jan. 1, 2020, most new residential homes must have solar panel technology. What's it mean for the roofing industry?

CertainTeed® Teams with SEI to Create Hands-on Solar Learning Experience

August 18, 2017

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The Apollo® II solar shingle donation enhances the SEI training environment.

HERO Launches in Florida: A New Financing Option for Energy and Hurricane Resiliency Home Improvements

August 4, 2017

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Homeowners can use innovative HERO financing to reduce energy bills and stay safe through upgrading roofing, windows and doors, HVAC, solar, and more.

Solar Spectacle: Elon Musk’s Solar Shingle Gamble

The plan isn’t resonating with roofing experts, but they’re paying attention.

Art Aisner

December 8, 2016

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk turned a lot of heads last fall by unveiling his much-anticipated ‘solar shingle.’

Solar Roofs: Are We There Yet?

To truly change the industry, Elon Musk’s ‘solar shingle’ must move the needle on more than just aesthetics.

Michael Carnahan

December 2, 2016

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SolarCity and Tesla's latest announcement for a solar roof sure did grab a lot of headlines and get us all talking about the prospects of an integrated solar shingle.

Lightweight PV Panel

Beamreach Solar

June 29, 2016

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Beamreach Solar, formerly Solexel, announced the introduction of Sprint™, its new lightweight photovoltaic solar panel system for flat commercial roofs.

Taking My Own Roofing Advice

Rick Damato

September 2, 2015

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I find myself at a very interesting stage in life: hurling through my middle-60s at a pace much faster than when I went through my twenties.

Perfume Center of America solar installation

Solar Savings: Perfume Center of America Boasts Second-Largest Privately Owned Rooftop Solar System on Long Island

September 1, 2015

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Oakdale-based SUNation Solar Systems has completed its construction and installation of the second largest, privately owned commercial rooftop solar project in Long Island history through its contract with Perfume Center of America.

Roofing Ramblings

Rick Damato

July 23, 2015

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Every time I speak with a roofing contractor lately, the topic of labor emerges as number one. In all my years in the roofing industry, the topic of labor has consistently been on top or near the top of the list.