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Roofing for Tomorrow: How the Coalition for Sustainable Roofing Is Driving Change

The Critical Role of Roofing in a Sustainable Built Environment

By Lindsay Lewis
September 30, 2025

Our latest podcast episode, sponsored by Johns Manville, features a conversation with Jason Wilen, associate principal at Klein and Hoffman in Chicago and a representative of the Coalition for Sustainable Roofing. Jason joins the podcast to share insights into the Coalition’s mission, current initiatives, and the critical role roofing plays in shaping a sustainable built environment.

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The Latest with The Coalition for Sustainable Roofing

Jason Wilen, an associate principal at Klein and Hoffman in Chicago, joined us on behalf of the Coalition for Sustainable Roofing to chat about the organization and what they’re working on lately. Listen in to hear about some of COSUR’s key issues and how they work with manufacturers to better our industry.

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The Coalition for Sustainable Roofing is dedicated to advancing roofing practices that promote sustainability, resilience, and energy efficiency. Jason discusses the group’s current priorities, including advancing decarbonization strategies within the building industry. 

From advocating for low-carbon materials to supporting energy-efficient design, the Coalition is actively working to reduce environmental impacts across the construction landscape.

Johns ManvilleResiliency is another key focus, and Jason highlights how roofing membranes are essential to helping buildings withstand weather extremes while improving long-term performance. The conversation also touches on emerging trends in multifamily developments, the Coalition’s role in supporting code adoption, and the importance of in-person events for collaboration and knowledge-sharing.

Finally, Jason shares how the Coalition partners with manufacturers to drive innovation and align industry practices with sustainability goals. This episode offers an informative look at roofing’s role in building a more sustainable and resilient future.

KEYWORDS: Chicago decarbonization energy efficiency environmental impacts Johns Manville multi-family buildings podcast resiliency video weatherproofing

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Lindsay Lewis is the Editor for Building Enclosure magazine. She has been with the publication since 2013 and is a graduate of Central Michigan University. She can be reached at lewisl@bnpmedia.com.

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