In this installment, the GAF ProBlog continues a series called Commercial Roofing Fundamentals. As an introduction to commercial roofing, the series...
Sustainability
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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...
For Earth Day, I’d like to discuss the concept of resilient design in buildings. Resilience is the idea of creating...
Recent Comments
Blake - thanks for the kind comments. It would be interesting to compare the regulatory/code hurdles involved in building a conventional power plant versus what's […]
Excellent insights, Thomas! I really enjoyed the article and it's exciting to see some of the recent advances in solar roofs and panel efficiency. As […]