Although the discussion over roof color has shifted toward holistic roof system design and sustainable assemblies, the older “black vs. white” framing still shapes policy and perception. Revisiting these simplistic arguments helps explain why some stakeholders maintain this view, despite… Read More
- Allan Barry
- Anastasia Swearingen
- Andre O. Desajarlais
- Architectural Roofing & Waterproofing Magazine Staff
- Arizona State University
- Ashley Group
- Bianchi Desjarlais
- Bill Good
- Bill Tippins
- Billy Ludt
- Bob Craig
- Brad Dawson
- Brian D. Gish and Kathleen P. Lusardi
- Brian Gardiner
- Brian K Sullivan
- Building Enclosure Staff
- Buildings Staff
- Candace Peterson
- Chris King
- Chris Sweeney
- Christopher Schnaars and Hannah Morgan
- Cody Boteler
- Craig A. Tyler
- Craig Dolgin
- David Pierce
- Duane L. Musser
- Dwayne Wacenske
- Ed Kane
- Ellen Thorp
- Ellen Thorp and Jason Wilen
- ERA Staff
- ERA Technical Committee
- Evan Reis and Randy Collins
- George Evanko
- Greg Zimmerman
- Heidi Schwartz
- James Guyette
- James R. Kirby, AIA
- Janelle Penny
- Jared Blum
- Jared Blum and Ellen Thorp
- Jason Wilen
- Jeff Mang & Ellen Thorp
- Jim Hoff
- Jim Jannasch
- Jim Koontz & Tom Hutchinson
- John Boling
- Julian Sproul a, Man Pun Wanb, Benjamin H. Mandel a,∗, Arthur H. Rosenfelda
- Julie Strupp
- K. W. Oleson, G. B. Bonan, and J. Feddema
- Karen Warseck
- Kate M Baumann
- Louisa Hart
- Luke Rosiak
- Lyle D. Hogan
- M Georgescu, A Mahalov and M Moustaoui
- Manfred Kehrer and Simon Pallin
- Mark S Graham
- Mark Z. Jacobson and John E. Ten Hoeve
- Matei Georgescua,1, Philip E. Morefieldb , Britta G. Bierwagenb , and Christopher P. Weaverb
- Matt Michalski
- Maura Keller
- Michael Russo
- Mike DuCharme
- Mike Ennis
- Mike Scott
- Miles Moore
- Oak Ridge National Laboratory
- Peter J. Arsenault
- Phil Dregger
- Phys.org Staff
- Professional Roofing Staff
- Replacement Contractor Staff
- Ric Vitiello
- Richard Fricklas
- Richard Stever
- Robert Reale
- Ron Goodman
- Ron Head
- Roofing and Renovations Staff
- Roofing Contractor Staff
- Roofing Magazine
- RSI Staff
- Samir Ibrahim
- Scott A. Epstein, Sang-Mi Lee, Aaron S. Katzenstein, Marc Carreras-Sospedra, Xinqiu Zhang, Salvatore C. Farina, Pouya Vahmani, Philip M. Fine, and George Ban-Weiss
- Sean O’Brien
- Shawn Holiday
- Shawn Stanley
- Stephanie Oppenheimer
- Tegnos Staff
- Tim Trial, Ross Robertson, Brian Gish
- Tom Hutchinson
- Tony Matter
- Tony Matters
- Warren Wise
- Western Roofing Staff
- William Woodring
- Yu Cheng, Kaighin A. McColl
- Zebonie Sukle and Todd Nathan
Ellen Thorp
Emerging Trends in EPDM Roofing
Sustainability was a pervasive theme in 2024, leading to significant progress in research dissemination, advocacy, media engagement, and sustainability initiatives—all of which continue to point EPDM as the gold standard for roofing. “While new technologies emerge in the roofing industry,… Read More
ERA Joins Roofing Industry Leaders, Advocates on Capitol Hill
The EPDM Roofing Association proudly sponsored Roofing Day in D.C., joining industry peers to advocate for critical workforce solutions, tax reforms, and sustainability initiatives directly with lawmakers, reinforcing the vital role roofing plays in building America’s future. ******************************************************************************************************************************************************************************** The EPDM… Read More
ERA Strengthens Industry Connections at 2025 IIBEC Convention
The EPDM Roofing Association highlighted its commitment to industry collaboration by attending the 2025 IIBEC Convention, connecting with peers and exploring cutting-edge topics shaping the future of roofing and building enclosures. ******************************************************************************************** The EPDM Roofing Association (ERA) actively supports the… Read More
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 brick, stone, high-quality masonry and other durable materials, maintained with… 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
Building A Sustainable Future
So far, the winter of 2023/2024 has followed a well-established pattern of extreme weather events that have become the norm during the past decades. Hurricane-force winds and powerful waves have eroded beaches on both coasts, and torrential rains are flooding… Read More
Industry Survey on Re-Roofing Business Activity Needs Info from Contractors and Consultants
A leading coalition of roofing associations is continuing the Quarterly Market Index Surveys, designed to provide a barometer of the industry’s business conditions. The one-of-a-kind poll follows a successful effort that started in 2021, drawing on the views of contractors… 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