Going Green
Delivering performance and sustainability all at once
By CertainTeed. This LEED-certified warehouse project in Illinois is a great example of fireproofing in an environmentally aware way. Ecolab is a company that produces world-class solutions to improve food safety, raise environmental cleanliness and find more efficient water and energy use for millions of people across over 100 ...
White roofs are the cool choice
By Dani Sheehan. Show your customers compelling evidence for how white roofs improve energy efficiency and explore the most suitable cool roofing solutions for their building. White roofs have gained significant attention for their ability to improve energy efficiency in buildings. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, white or ...
5 common questions about spray foam roofing
By Evelyn Witterholt. General Coatings answers your most pressing questions about spray foam roofs, including how durable and energy efficient they are. The spray foam (SPF) roofing industry is growing fast. Just earlier this year, the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance’s (SPFA) SprayFoam Convention and Expo saw a record number of ...
The hot trend of cool roofing
By Western Colloid. Here’s why upgrading a building for energy efficiency is a must for building owners. Editor’s note: Share the following information on energy efficiency in roofing with your building owner customers. How can upgrading a roof for energy efficiency make a difference? When a building has a cool ...
Proactive strides in the coating industry
By Jonny Suchor. Speaking with AkzoNobel representatives about the role coil coatings play in environmental conservation and the company’s sustainability goals. AkzoNobel, a global leader in the coatings industry, is pioneering innovative products and showing a commitment to sustainability that aligns with the urgency of climate action. In an engaging episode ...
Unveiling myths about solar panels and roof coatings
By Progressive Materials. Solar panels continue to play a role in providing energy needs across the nation. Contrary to popular belief, when added to silicone roof coatings systems, energy generation and waterproofing can be maximized. It doesn’t matter where you live, take a drive through your neighborhood or the next ...
An innovative path towards sustainability
By Jonny Suchor This white paper addresses how innovative coatings can help improve energy efficiency and reduce the carbon footprint of buildings. AkzoNobel, a leading global paints and coatings company, has recently launched a white paper regarding how coil coatings can contribute to a sustainable environment. This document is part ...
Cooling from the ground up
By Dani Sheehan. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about cool roofs and mingle with industry leaders at the CRRC Annual Meeting! Are you a member of the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC), or looking to become one? You won’t want to miss their annual meeting this year ...
The Benefits of Cool Roofs and Siding
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. Recently, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Alex Nicol, R&D ...
Is this home suitable for solar? See solar potential with SolarReady™
By Dani Sheehan. With EagleView’s newest solar suite solution, scale your solar business by providing near-instant information on the solar potential of a home. Identify new markets, target your sales and win more jobs with accurate property imagery and data. EagleView has long been a leading provider of technology and ...
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