Sustainable Building Practices: The Role of Corrugated Metal Siding in Green Architecture

Interest in designing and building structures that require less energy to construct and operate and have less impact on the environment goes back to the 1970s when situations referred to as the “oil crisis” and the “energy crisis” occurred. The creation of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) in 1993 and the development of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system in 1998 intensified that interest and gave designers, builders, and building owners objectives to strive for. Today, “green” building practices are embraced by businesses, government entities, and communities as essential for addressing climate change and resource scarcity. One material that stakeholders find especially useful in creating environmentally friendly buildings is corrugated [...]

By Ken Carlton|June 30, 2024|American Construction, corrugated metals, corrugated sheet metal panels, design efficiency, energy efficiency,, metal roofing and siding, roofing and siding|

5 Environmental Benefits of Metal Roofs

The Metal Roofing Alliance estimates that 20 billion pounds of asphalt shingles are dumped in US landfills every year. On top of that, asphalt shingles are estimated to take between 300-400 years to fully decompose. The roof is the single largest structural component on a building, so the materials you use have a significant impact on the environment and the building’s carbon footprint. Not only are metal roofs fantastic from a return-on-investment perspective, but roofing metal is widely regarded as the most environmentally responsible choice. In this post, we’re breaking down the immense benefits metal roofs provide to the environment and making the case for why you should consider switching to metal for your next roofing project. [...]

By Ken Carlton|December 13, 2022|energy efficiency,, metal roofing and siding|

4 Ways to Make Your Construction Project More Sustainable

As construction and demolition materials pile up quickly, the construction industry poses a substantial threat to the environment. By 2025, the volume of construction waste is expected to increase to 2.2 billion tons every year. The construction industry has a chance to make more responsible choices with an eye toward sustainability. With a proper strategy for going green in place, companies can save time and materials and improve their bottom line. In this post, we’re breaking down the ways the construction industry can have an impact by making projects more sustainable. Efficient Building Design & Material Selection While material choice undoubtedly needs careful thought, it is important to also consider the bigger picture. Materials are just [...]

By Ken Carlton|June 10, 2022|energy efficiency,, manufacturing, Prefabricated Designs, Prefabricated Structures|