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Coalition 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 organizations representing state/local, housing, manufacturing, contractor, sustainability, engineering, design, and… Read More

Roofing 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 and staff. The event was attended by nearly 250 individuals,… Read More

IIBEC Convention 2024

The IIBEC Convention 2024 showcased diverse topics ranging from Building Enclosure Technology to Roofing to Sustainability, offering attendees over 28 hours of invaluable education. A standout session, “An Updated Holistic Look at Old Assumptions: Insights from three new studies on… Read More

International Roofing Expo 2024

The recent International Roofing Expo (IRE) featured 45+ educational sessions across nine tracks covering diverse topics from General Business to Workplace Safety. ERA staff Jason Wilen and Ellen Thorp actively engaged at the event, attending the ROOFPAC reception, meeting with… Read More

Whitfield Elementary School

Whitfield Elementary School West Lawn, Pennsylvania A 39,400-square-foot section of Whitfield Elementary School is covered with 90-mil Elevate RubberGard Platinum EPDM. The roof is also protected by Elevate White AcryliTop Coating for increased roof life and energy savings. Manufacturer: Elevate… Read More

New JM Fit Membrane Covers Chicago-Area Post Office

Description: The Barrington, IL, United States post office demanded a quick, easy-to-install product that would withstand harsh and windy Chicago-area winters as well as blistering summer heat. The existing roof was a standard 60 mil fully adhered EPDM roofing system…. Read More