“When designing a roof system membrane color, in addition to other variables such as building conditions, insulation levels and local weather conditions must be considered in order to prevent moisture condensation and subsequent accumulation within the assembly.”
Recent Updates
Researchers emphasize evaluation of tradeoffs in battling urban heat island
A team of researchers from Arizona State University have found that warming resulting from megapolitan expansion is seasonally dependent, with greatest warming occurring during summer and least during winter. Among the most practical ways to combat urbanization-induced warming – the… Read More
Seasonal hydroclimatic impacts of Sun Corridor expansion
Although an overall world population increase of 2.3 billion is projected by 2050 relative to 2011, urban growth is estimated at 2.6 billion, as urban complexes, in addition to absorbing all of the world’s additional inhabitants, are expected to draw… Read More
EPDs at a Glance
A new supplement to Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) offers a faster way to compare environmental impact information. Read full article.
The Cost of Green Building
An in-depth study of 22 green federal buildings across the U.S. showed that on average, the representative buildings chosen from GSA’s regularly outperformed the national averages of building performance data.
Evolution of Green Rating Programs
As standards in specific categories of building products are developed, green design programs typically point to those standards as the benchmarks in various credit areas. Most government agencies, when looking to establish guidelines for greening their facilities, will first look… Read More
The Benefits of Maintenance
Building owners should perform roof system maintenance to optimize roof system life.
Researchers Identify Green Building Risks
“LEED Certified buildings have an injury rate 9% higher than traditional construction projects, finds a study by the University of Colorado.”
Paint ‘em White???
“More roof insulation generally is a good thing but there is a point of diminishing returns. Rooftop Solar systems generally are good things provided they meet mind and fire requirements and are installed to protect the roof systems integrity. And… Read More
Outline of Green Codes and Standards
An outline of SHRAE Standard 90.1, ASHRAE Standard 189.1, International Energy Conservation CODE (IECC), International Green Construction Code (IGCC), and National Green Building Standard (NGBS).