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As Communications Director for the EPDM Roofing Association, I wrote extensively about low-slope roofing materials, the benefits they deliver and the current challenges they face. The articles I researched and produced received wide circulation in industry publications. Yearly reports on the qualities of EPDM, as well as a video tracing the history of the product, created immediate and ongoing traffic on the ERA website.


Mauna Kea Solar: PV Installation on Hawaii’s Tallest Mountain Provides Lessons in Rooftop Solar
We shape a story from start-to-finish, often conducting essential research that brings new interest to our client's product. In this example, we found a unique use for EPDM roofing at a world-class scientific installation in Hawaii. Roofing Magazine July 30, 2021 Chances are, you will never have to install a solar voltaic system on the slope of a dormant volcano, at an altitude of almost 14,000 feet, taking care to place the system’s panels on an existing ballasted roof, avo
Mar 30


Showdown in Denver
Louisa helped to publicize, through publishing in trade media, the Association's efforts to maintain product choice for roofing professionals. Professional Roofing July 2016 When the EPDM Roofing Association learned of a proposed "cool roof" amendment to Denver's building codes in 2015, the association called upon local construction professionals to oppose the amendment. The resulting coalition, significantly supported by members of the Colorado Roofing Association, successfu
Mar 30


ERA Recommends Updated Approach to Mitigate Urban Heat Island Impact
As a consultant to the EPDM Roofing Association, Louisa helped to translate the findings of in-depth research into easily accessible recommendations to change Federal policy. Roofing Magazine November 18, 2022 The EPDM Roofing Association (ERA) is recommending that federal, state and local governments, as well as regulatory bodies, pause the development and implementation of reflective roofing and cool roofing mandates. This recommendation from ERA is based on the findings of
Mar 30


ERA Overview Video – July 2024
Louisa produced an introductory video for the client, showcasing the value of its product. This video has been featured on YouTube and is used on the opening page of the client's website.
Mar 30


More Roofing Choices to Support Solar Power: Dark Membranes Can Be Used Throughout the Country
As a consultant to the EPDM Roofing Association, an advocacy group representing the manufacturers of a dominant single-ply roofing membrane, Louisa wrote on a variety of topics all supporting the use of the client's products. This example, published in a leading trade publication, describes the value of using EPDM with solar installations. Roofing Magazine August 6, 2023 Dangerous heat and record-setting demand are pushing urban grids to the limit this summer. Like our most
Mar 30
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