January 26, 2009—At the International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas, global building materials and composite solutions leader Owens Corning launched a line of colored, dimensional, premium cool roof shingles that meet California Title 24 Cool Roof and initial ENERGY STAR reflective requirements, and are rated by the Cool Roof Rating Council.
The shingles, which are part of the company’s Duration Series Shingles with SureNail Technology, also help reduce roof temperatures by up to 10 degrees in warm weather, lower energy bills and reduce wear and tear on air conditioners, says the company.
With the initial launch, Duration Premium Cool roof shingles will be offered in Sage, Sunrise, Harbor Fog and Frosted Oak. They will be available in California to meet Title 24 Cool Roof requirements that go into effect August 1, 2009. Distribution will be expanded to additional regions to meet market demand.
“By combining building science with aesthetics, we are enhancing the beauty of the energy efficiency solutions we bring to market,” said Frank O’Brien-Bernini, chief sustainability officer for Owens Corning. “Products that deliver improved energy efficiency while boosting curb appeal are more broadly embraced, enhancing the livability of our communities, which is a key tenet of sustainability and our company’s focus on greening our products.”
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