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What Is a Resilient Roof System?

The roofing industry can play a key role in helping buildings withstand severe weather events.

James R. Kirby AIA

December 1, 2013

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Maybe you’ve heard the term “resilient” or “resiliency” used for buildings recently.

Chicago’s North Shore Boasts First LEED Platinum Residence

November 14, 2013

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The 4,800-square-foot residence in Glencoe, Ill., is the first new home in Chicago’s North Shore area to achieve LEED Platinum certification.

Empire State Building Flaunts Four New Green Roofs

November 11, 2013

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Xero Flor America (XFA), the official and exclusive distributor in the United States for the Xero Flor Green Roof System, announced that the system has been installed on the Empire State Building.

Apartment Complex Enjoys Benefits of Commercial Solar Installation

November 7, 2013

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Together, Kingspan Environmental and Amidus are helping area clients reap the financial and environmental benefits of going solar.

Targeting Sustainability: Contractor and Manufacturer Collaborate to Recycle

Imperial Roof Systems Receives Recycling Project of the Year Award From Sika Sarnafil

Samantha Meux

October 29, 2013

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Sika Sarnafil has long been committed to environmentally friendly building construction and practices.

Stadiums Compete for Sustainability

Derrick Teal

October 21, 2013

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Every building, even stadiums, can be made more environmentally friendly; sometimes all it takes is a little bit of inspiration.

Sustainable Fun with a Spray Playground

Joseph Serpe

October 18, 2013

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As part of a $500 million public/private effort to sustainably revitalize one of the most economically and socially depressed communities in the Greater New York area, sustainability shares the stage with fun at a new park.

Cooler Than You Think: Ballasted Roofing Systems

Ballast Assemblies Are a Cool Roof Alternative

Annie McCarren

October 18, 2013

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Many words are used to describe ballasted roofing systems — economical, basic and durable being some of the most common. The word cool, by any definition, doesn’t usually come to mind when one thinks of ballasted EPDM roofs.