Sponsored by GAF | Siplast
Solar energy is now cost competitive and rooftop energy generation is becoming more mainstream. As owners shift towards a net-zero approach to portfolio management, rooftop real estate is primed for solar panels. This presentation is geared towards owners considering the benefits of solar arrays and the designers guiding owners through this process. Understanding the long-term trends that make rooftop solar a compelling choice is the first step. Considerations to maximize output will be discussed, and approaches to various solar installations will be evaluated to assist with the design process. Options for financing solar installations will be reviewed to assist with the feasibility of adding rooftop solar into the project budget.
The Building and Roofing Science team offers regional expert building enclosure collaboration through design, specification, and educational support for customers of GAF and Siplast, both Standard Industries companies. GAF is North America’s largest roofing manufacturer with more homes and businesses in the U.S. protected by a GAF roof than any other product. Siplast, a leader in building enclosure systems, offers a portfolio of advanced, high-performance SBS-modified bitumen, PMMA liquid-applied, PVC KEE, lightweight insulating concrete, wall air & water barrier systems, and amenity/vegetated systems.
Explain long-term trends that make solar array installations a compelling choice. Learning Objective 2: Identify the different approaches to maximizing output. Learning Objective 3: Describe how roof material choices contribute to the long-term success of a solar installation. Learning Objective 4: Discuss different types of solar panels, installation approaches and solar financing.