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Going Green
Growth in Residential Metal Roofing Fueled by Sustainability, Performance and Aesthetics
By Adam Cabrera. The growth in residential metal roofing is catching industry attention, thanks to factors like sustainability, enhanced performance and aesthetic appeal. In a recent episode of MetalCast, host Heidi J. Ellsworth of MetalCoffeeShop™ sat down with Renee Ramey, the executive director of the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA). ...
Painting a Greener Future
By Anna Lockhart. Industry experts gathered to discuss the importance of sustainable product use in cool roofs and sidings. Here’s what they had to say. Over the last decade, Sherwin-Williams has dedicated time and resources into developing sustainable products and working towards a greener future. Recently, Heidi J. Ellsworth ...
Metal Roofing: Think Durability, Style and Sustainability
By Adam Cabrera. With durability and a range of styles, metal roofing is emerging as a go-to option for homeowners seeking sustainability. When it comes to metal roofing, many homeowners might be picturing the old tin roofs seen on barns. But think again. In a recent episode of the AskARoofer ...
The State With Shining Solar Energy Incentives
By Evelyn Witterholt. Learn more about how North Carolina has incentivized solar energy and the legal guidelines for installation. North Carolina’s solar incentives have recently caused an increase in solar panel installations on homes. So much so that Forbes ranked them fourth in the United States for solar energy generation. ...
Sealing in Sustainability for the Roofing Industry
By Dani Sheehan. From research and manufacturing to the marketing and selling of their products, Franklin International is committed to green initiatives. Darci Kunard, national accounts manager at Franklin International, is passionate about caulks and sealants. In season five, episode 25 of Roofing Road Trips, Heidi J. Ellsworth joins ...
Recycling Benefits of Metal Roofing Panels
By RPS Metal Roofing and Siding, Inc. Learn how metal roofing and siding panels reduce environmental impact through recycling. Do you know how recyclable metal roofing actually is? Want to ensure you understand the environmental benefits of these materials? If metal roofing and siding panels have been made from ...
Opportunity to Serve as a Cool Roof Subject Matter Expert
By Sarah Schneider, CRRC. Help revise the CRRC S100 when you serve on the Cool Roof Rating Council. Do you have familiarity with the testing, installation or production of solar reflective, cool roofing materials, or simply have an interest in green building design and would like to help inform the next edition ...
The Roofing Alliance Approves Funding for Sustainability and Resiliency Research
Research will help industry document efforts and develop curriculum leading to a roofing minor. The Roofing Alliance proudly announces the approval of funding for a three-year research project in partnership with Clemson University focused on Sustainability & Resiliency Efforts for the Roofing Industry. The research study will: Identify and document the current state ...
Solar Improvements for Increased Energy Efficiency and Lower Carbon Emissions
BRIGHTSMITH Coaters installs ATAS manufactured InSpire HP solar air heating panels. On May 2, 2023, BRIGHTSMITH Coaters in Morrisville, Pennsylvania had a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the installation of InSpire HP solar air heating metal wall panels and a rooftop solar photovoltaic array on their building. BRIGHTSMITH is a ...
Passion for Environment, Sustainability for the Future
By Yvette Cruz. Build a better tomorrow today with Vicwest’s Planet Passionate Program. Landfill. Pollution. Climate change. These three are some of the biggest topics worldwide. How do we reduce our carbon footprint? How do we better our environment? Solving some of these issues is Vicwest. Vicwest ...
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