According to the National Roofing Contractors Association, “Every year, an estimated nine million tons of asphalt roofing waste ends up in our nation's landfills — at a cost of more than $400 million in disposal fees alone. Yet most manufacturing and tear-off waste from asphalt shingles and roll roofing can be economically and effectively recycled into asphalt pavement for roads and highways.”
There is no doubt that recycling is taking prominence throughout the world with individuals and businesses alike. While world-wide industries and national associations are joining forces to build recycling programs to better our environment, we strongly believe that change must happen on a local level as well. At Ameristar Exteriors, we understand that we carry a high responsibility in giving back to our environment. By taking a leadership stand within our own industry, we are making a substantial move towards "green," as we actively research how we can properly discard our roofing shingles.
Who Is CMRA?
"Construction Materials Recycling Association (CMRA) promotes the safe and economically feasible recycling of the more than 325 million tons of recoverable construction and demolition (C&D) materials that are generated in the United States annually. These materials include aggregates such as concrete, asphalt, asphalt shingles, gypsum wallboard, wood and metals."
Finding A Recycler...
Click HERE to find local recycling locations.
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