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Shingles 101

Leah Blunt, May 22nd, 2012

Why use asphalt shingles? Asphalt shingles are  widely used because they are economical and easily installed compared to most alternative roofing types. They are long lasting and available in a wide range of styles and colors. What are shingles made of? Asphalt shingles are made from four basic components: Reinforced mat, typically made of fiberglass Asphalt Mineral granules Mineral filler/stabilizer The felt backing is saturated with asphalt, and ... read more

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Choose the Right Contractor

Leah Blunt, May 22nd, 2012

  Go with a contractor as committed to recycling shingles as you are. It’s a way to help save the planet. When you choose a contractor who recycles torn-off shingles, you get reassurance that your old shingles won’t end up in a landfill. You can help reduce landfill waste—by the ton. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), every year 88 million ... read more

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Shingles

Leah Blunt, May 9th, 2012


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5 Fuel Alternatives to Petroleum

Trey Granger, June 23rd, 2010

The Gulf of Mexico oil spill has officially reached two months, with 558,000 barrels of oily liquid recovered, according to BP. For oil that isn't recovered, should we anticipate a loss of fuel for our transportation and energy needs? Not necessarily, as there are several alternative fuel options from many different products. 1. Cooking oil/grease The by-product of much of ... read more

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U.K. Tests Dirty Diaper Recycling

Trey Granger, November 17th, 2009

When a new recycling facility opens next year in Birmingham, England, it won't specialize in typical curbside products or other materials growing in recycling popularity, such as electronics and tires. This site will collect disposable diapers and transform the plastic into new roofing products manufactured by Small Planet Building. Knowaste Ltd, which has been working on ... read more

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Global Recession Leads to Creativity in Recycling

Lori Brown, April 21st, 2009

Until recently, BOCOM International, a lead export company based in Cameroon, Africa, found success in the export of lead from automobile batteries to other nations. As the global price for lead has dropped over the past two years, so has the potential for BOCOM's business. A ton of batteries yields approximately half a ton of lead and acid, as well as ... read more

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Green Jobs Now Event to Span the Nation

Jennifer Berry, September 26th, 2008

Saturday, Sept. 27, Green Jobs Now, a national day of action, will gather people across the country to learn about and raise their voice for mobilization in "green" industries. "We are ready to tackle the climate crisis by building a green economy strong enough to lift people out of poverty," said Van Jones. Hundreds of grassroots events, such as block ... read more

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