There is more and more interest in the ingredients that are in the food we eat. For example, think of...
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I work extensively on promoting asphalt shingle recycling, and people often ask what the recycled shingles are used for. As...
The plants that are selected for a garden roof vary by region, but they generally consist of plants that are...
GAF is pleased to sponsor the American Institute of Architect’s Committee on the Environment. Founded in 1990, the AIA Committee...
An estimated 55% of the surface area in a typical city consists of roofs, streets, or parking areas. These areas...
Today, most homes and commercial buildings are supplied with power, water, and other utilities through a network of pipes or...
There’s an exploding number of green building certifications. You’re probably familiar with LEED®, but there’s also WELL (which focuses on...
Many companies have a sustainability mission statement or commitment. Reviewing this mission statement and seeing how your own company policies...
For Earth Day, I’d like to discuss the concept of resilient design in buildings. Resilience is the idea of creating...
As we celebrate Earth Day, it’s important to highlight sustainability in roofing and how the latest technologies are making it...
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Hi Peggy - I can't really comment on using a vapor barrier as a temporary roof, but you are correct in saying that not much […]
I have some experience with using 6-mil vapor barrier as a rain/snow barrier on temporary outdoor roofs in Southern Ontario (same latitude as, say, Detroit […]