Your Roof Designs Are Resilient and Sustainable – Great Job! But Are You Considering “Adaptation” in Your Planning? In a recent...
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Welcome to Chapter 4 of Commercial Roofing Fundamentals — an introduction to commercial roofing that provides an overview of concepts driving industry...
Most people in the built environment community are aware that using and specifying sustainable and resilient materials and designs is...
There is more and more interest in the ingredients that are in the food we eat. For example, think of...
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...
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