Sustainable Green Roofing

Being Green is finding the most sustainable and efficient use of natural resources Ludowici is the choice for sustainable and efficient roofing. Thinking ahead With an expected life of over 100 years, and because they require no maintenance and reroofing every 10 years like some other roofing materials, Ludowici tiles offer the lowest life cycle costs in the industry. Installed 1896 Fighting waste Ludowici tiles are made of local and natural materials (clay and water) through a unique process which creates no waste. Moreover, all Ludowici products are 100% recyclable. The tiles are chemically...

Reducing energy consumption Energy savings exceeding 20% are common with a Ludowici roof1. With 28 standard colors (and the capability of making more) that meet a Solar Reflective Index (SRI) of greater than 29, Ludowici offers proven energy efficiency without limiting color choices. Finally, explore Ludowici’s rainscreen system to discover more ways to save energy throughout the building envelope. 1 Cooling cost savings vs. asphalt, Florida Solar Energy Center 2008 Standards Four organizations set the standards for Sustainability or Green attributes for roofing materials in the United States....

SRI=31 Leed, Energy Star & CRRC SRI=30 Leed, Energy Star & CRRC Dark Tuscany Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) The US Green Building Council and Energy Star have set a minimum Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) of 29 for roofing. The SRI is calculated from physical testing of solar reflectance and thermal emittance. Summer Rose SRI=33 Leed, Energy Star & CRRC SRI=39 Leed, Energy Star & CRRC Antiqued Brunswick Black Antiqued Slate Gray SRI=47 Field Green SRI=42 Leed, Energy Star & CRRC SRI=34 Leed, Energy Star & CRRC Energy Star SRI=36 Leed, Energy Star & CRRC SRI=45 Leed, Energy Star & CRRC Desert Sand...