Going Green
Cities, states find cool roofs make major difference in intense summer heat
Cool roofs cut energy use, curb greenhouse gas emissions and reduce heat-related illnesses and deaths. As the part of a home subjected to the brunt of the most intense sun rays, it only makes sense that if you want to make a major difference in keeping your home cooler in the ...
Choosing the right retrofit roof for long-term performance
By Roof Hugger. Don’t let cost alone influence your customers’ choices. Educate them on the strength and longevity of various retrofit systems to best meet their needs. When it comes to retrofitting a commercial metal roof, building owners are often faced with a crucial decision: opt for a TPO overlay ...
Rethinking roofing adhesives: Pushing past polluting propellants
By Jesse Sanchez. New adhesive tech supported by natural elements found in the air we breathe, signals a shift in sustainability for the construction industry. In a field long reliant on high-impact materialss, the roofing and insulation sector is experiencing a quiet revolution. A newly patented propellant technology — ECO2 ...
Leading with people, panels and purpose
By Jesse Sanchez. How an innovative manufacturer is using simplicity, service and sustainability to reshape the industry. At first glance, All Weather Insulated Panels (AWIP) may look like a typical building materials manufacturer, but a conversation with President Greg Lusty quickly reveals a deeper story — one centered on people, ...
Supporting the planet and your roof when installing solar
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the process of installing a PV system on a Johns Manville roof without risking your coverage. As increases in energy costs and the inability of traditional power generation to keep up with the dramatic increase in demand from data storage and AI become more prevalent, ...
Power in partnership
By Chloe Stambaugh, Leister. Learn how these two industry leaders are working together to build a more sustainable future. Leister and Seaman Corporation are both well known in their respective fields. Leister plastic and heat welding technologies are known to be some of the most innovative in the world. As ...
Custom colors meet first class protection
By Emma Peterson. Learn how DaVinci Roofscapes delivers high-performance and stunning aesthetics with their composite products. While at the International Builders Show, Heidi J. Ellsworth had the chance to catch up with Theo Maglio of DaVinci Roofscapes for a quick interview. Theo is the western regional sales manager for DaVinci, ...
GAF project profile - Goodwill of the Great Plains
Empowerment by design: Goodwill of the Great Plains net-zero energy, accessible building. JC Roofing and Insulating, CMBA Architects and GAF set out to develop a groundbreaking, net-zero energy and accessible building for the Goodwill of the Great Plains in Sioux City, Iowa. The facility, opening in March 2025, will house the ...
Cool city, cool people and cool surfaces
By Lauren White. There’s no voodoo involved when talking about cool surfaces at the CRRC Annual Meeting. Between ghost tours, vampire apothecaries and beignets, the Big Easy hosted the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) annual meeting. From June 10-12, 2025, members of the CRRC, committee members, sponsors and ...
Bringing greener innovations to the roof
By Jesse Sanchez. A new eco-friendly roofing adhesive turns heads at bustling trade show. In the fast-moving world of commercial roofing, one standout company is drawing serious attention not just for innovation, but for making sustainability and labor efficiency their top priorities. At the Coffee Shop Soundstage during this year's ...
