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ERA Recommends Updated Approach to UHI Mitigation
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2024 Sustainability Report
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EPDM and SOLAR: SUSTAINABILITY AT WORK
See MoreEPDM is helping to deliver solar power to two of the largest telescopes in the world, on the tallest mountain in Hawaii. Learn more about this challenging project, and the surprising discovery made by the observatory staff.
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"COOL" ROOFS AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Read moreIt’s time to reflect on the real value of “cool roofs”. How do they factor into overall energy savings, and when are dark membranes the most energy efficient choice? Our science-based studies will help you make the right choice for your climate.
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ANNUAL RESILIENCE REPORT
Read MoreAs the United States faces the twin challenges of economic recovery in the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic and a predicted active hurricane season, the EPDM Roofing Association is releasing its 2020 edition of “Building Resilience: The Roofing Perspective.”
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EPDM AND SOLAR: A POWERFUL PARTNERSHIP
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LONG-TERM SERVICE
Read moreHow long will an EPDM roof last? Lab testing and field samples say this membrane will work hard for thirty years or more.
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AN EPDM ROOF FOR EVERY CLIMATE
Read moreThere’s more to being green than black or white. EPDM is the only roofing material that offers solutions for ALL climates without the need for additional coatings or modifications.
Recent Updates
From an afterthought to essential: Proper care and maintenance of roofs can help extend the life of an education facility
The average school building in the United States is expected to last about 60 years, sheltering at least two generations of students that pass through its doors. Structures built from …Read MoreCoalition Urges Support for Sustainable Building Energy Codes
In late May, a coalition led by the ICC and supported by ERA sent a letter to the House Subcommittee on Energy, Climate, and Grid Security. Signed by nearly 40 …Read MoreRoofing Day 2024
Roofing professionals met on Capitol Hill recently for Roofing Day, advocating for industry interests directly to Congress. Expert speakers and panelists provided insights, preparing attendees for meetings with congressional members …Read More
EPDM: The Resilient Roofing Membrane
EPDM has gained industry-wide acceptance and respect by providing immediate and long-term roofing solutions. As more emphasis is placed on the sustainable performance of building materials, EPDM continues to be the roofing material that stands the test of time.
Versatile Roof System Assemblies
With three different assembly methods and two membrane color choices, there is an EPDM Roof for Every Climate. Choices include black or white EPDM, and assembly methods include ballasted, fully adhered, or mechanically fastened systems.
About EPDM Roofing Association (ERA)
The EPDM Roofing Association (ERA) represents the manufacturers of EPDM single-ply roofing products and their leading suppliers. Through ERA, the EPDM roofing industry speaks with a focused voice to provide technical and research support, offer dependable roofing solutions and communicate the longstanding attributes, consistency and value of EPDM roofing materials.