Enabling Circular And Sustainable Re-Roofing With Duro-Last

Roofing systems are a key lever to make buildings more sustainable. With 80% of existing buildings expected to still be in use by 2050, re-roofing represents a tremendous opportunity to decarbonize buildings.

When the Crothersville Junior/Senior High School in Indiana, USA needed a new roof to improve energy efficiency, waterproofing and enable renewable energy, school officials turned to industry leader Duro-Last®, part of the Holcim Group, for a sustainable and circular solution.

THE CHALLENGE 

The roof at the Crothersville school was 20 years old and in need of replacement. “We want to make sure we don’t have leaks when it rains,” said Dr. Chrystal Street, Crothersville Community School Corporation superintendent. “We want to make sure that no water is coming in. Safety is of the utmost importance, and our roof is part of a strong foundation for us.”

The school also contacted a local energy consultancy to find ways to make the building more energy efficient. The consultancy recommended adding solar panels could reduce the district’s $104,000 annual electric bill by as much as 85%.