Featured Articles
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A sustainability laboratory
by Ashley St. JohnScalo Solar Solutions has introduced its Sunscape Energy Demonstration Project, which demonstrates and compares various rooftop technologies for generating energy and reducing costs.
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New technology, new safety issues
by Harry DietzRoof-mounted PV systems are gaining popularity and posing unique safety issues for those installing them. Roofing contractors’ experiences likely will serve as the most reliable sources for managing risks associated with PV systems.
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Consider certification
by John Schehl, CAE, RRC, CACPThe roof-mounted PV industry is growing rapidly, and the RISE™ CSRP™ credential will provide roofing professionals with the knowledge they need to meet building owners’ renewable energy demands.
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A better choice
by James R. Kirby, AIAHomeowners and building owners interested in rooftop electricity generation often overlook the need for an appropriate substrate that will provide equivalent service life for a roof-mounted PV system.
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Bound to the bond
by Brian P. McCormickPayment bonds assure subcontractors and suppliers they will be paid for the labor and materials they provide to a project. However, it is important to be aware of the legal relationships created through a payment bond.
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Editor's Note
Focus
The PV industry could offer unprecedented opportunity but not without significant challenges.
Ambika Reid
Editor of Professional Roofing
NRCA vice president of communications
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Contributors
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Harry Dietz
Former director of enterprise risk management
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Bill Good
Senior adviser to the Roofing Alliance
Former CEO
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Mark S. Graham
Vice president of technical services
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James R. Kirby AIA
Building science, industry relations and compliance architect
Siplast -
Brian P. McCormick
Attorney
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Duane L. Musser
Vice president of government relations
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Ambika Puniani Reid
Vice president of communications
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John Schehl CAE, RRC, CACP
Executive director
Roof Integrated Solar Energy & trade -
Ashley St. John
Journalism and mass communication
Commercial Builder and Dietary Manager