Going Green
Cool roofing systems for energy-efficient roofing solutions
By Lauren Miller, JobNimbus. Cool roofs are more than a trend; they're a smart, sustainable choice for homeowners and roofing pros alike. A rising star in energy-efficient construction, cool roofing systems offer a solution to high temperatures and energy bills by reflecting sunlight instead of absorbing it. This simple shift ...
Championing new frontiers in sustainable coatings
By Jesse Sanchez. Commitment to sustainability meets innovation in coil coatings. In this episode of CoatingsCast, Heidi J. Ellsworth speaks with AkzoNobel experts Amanda Paterline and Tessa Slagter about the company’s strides toward a sustainable future in the coatings industry. With a focus on coil coatings, Amanda and Tessa share ...
Transforming flat roofing with eco-friendly water drainage solutions
By Jesse Sanchez. With an eco-conscious design and versatile applications, GreenSlope provides a sustainable solution for flat roof water ponding. GreenSlope, a pioneering roofing product crafted from recycled non-biodegradable materials, aims to revolutionize flat roof maintenance by providing a sustainable solution to a common problem: water ponding. Designed ...
Harnessing the power of the sun for a brighter future
By Brava Roof Tile. The missing link to ensure your solar power conversion is a resounding success. Imagine slashing your energy bills, boosting your home's value and championing a greener planet — all with one smart decision. Installing solar panels on your home is more than a trend; it's a ...
Innovative solutions for urban heat
By Jessica Bravo. Exploring the impact of cool coatings on people, planet and profit. In this Read, Listen, Watch (RLW)®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Lauren Rogers, the sustainability manager at Sherwin Williams, to discuss the transformative potential of cool coatings in combating urban heat islands and ...
The future of commercial roofing is solar
By Dani Sheehan. With rising energy prices and a shift toward renewable energy, contractors who embrace solar installations will find themselves at the forefront of a growing market that values sustainability. In a recent episode of Coffee Conversations®, Heidi J. Ellsworth joined industry experts from Georgia-Pacific Building Products to discuss ...
Roofing the way to a greener future
By Emma Peterson. GRHC’s green roof installer certification is helping professionals combat climate change and build more sustainable systems. Climate change continues to be a growing concern for individuals across the globe. With increasing numbers of extreme weather events (such as hurricanes, floods and heatwaves) and rising sea levels that ...
A global mission for energy efficiency
By Jesse Sanchez. Explore the worldwide impact of cool roofs and their role in reducing energy costs. In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sat down with James Thomas, CEO of Topps Products, to discuss the evolution of cool roof technology and its global impact. ...
The rise of green-blue roofs
By Hannah Ford. Amsterdam’s approach to urban sustainability. Many countries are beginning to turn to green solutions especially in major metropolitan cities. Green roofs are considered a great alternative to urban infrastructure. A green roof is specially designed with specific plants to grow on the structures. However, while a green ...
Can roofers save the world?
By Howard Wiig, Hawaii State Energy Office. The answer may surprise you. Energy-efficient roofs play an important role in reaching energy goals. Roofers can't save the whole world, but roofers working on 150°F roofs know better than anyone that the world is getting hotter, and that we can do our part by ...
