Sustainability
GAF is investing in our people, our planet, and progress for a more sustainable future.
Investing in the future of our planet by considering the long-term impact of our business
Product Circularity
Establish a material take back program for recycled asphalt shingles with the goal of diverting 1 million additional tons of roofing materials from landfill annually by 2030, and establish a circular roofing economy.
Operational Waste Diversion
Achieve 80% waste diversion rates across all manufacturing plants. Recycle 100% of PMW TPO or shingle scrap, and retain, recycle, or reuse mat scrap and cores.
Carbon Emissions Reduct
Reduce our operational carbon emissions by improving energy efficiency, introducing renewable energy sources and exploring and/or innovating new technologies to remove carbon from the environment.
Green Portfolio Expansion
Conduct Life Cycle Assessments all core GAF products, and drive product expansion in solar and non-asphaltic roofing products.
GAF Cool Community Project combats the urban heat island
GAF and StreetBond pavement coatings have partnered together in a first-of-its-kind initiative launched in the Pacoima neighborhood of Los Angeles, to develop insights on urban heat effects by assessing cooling strategies.
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Temperature reduction
In phase one, by applying StreetBond DuraShield with Invisible Shade technology, the initiative will monitor surface and ambient air temperatures, and evaluate qualitative measures, such as awareness of extreme heat impact, outdoor community engagement, and play opportunities.
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Neighborhood revitalization
Another advantage of partnering with StreetBond is the aesthetics of its product. While the technological aspects of the coatings address cooling and longevity, the vibrant color offerings let us transform neglected spaces into places neighbors are eager to enjoy together.
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Community engagement
It’s important for the people who live and work in the community, and the organizations that seek to improve it, to understand the changes we hope they’ll see and feel. Robust community engagement from the outset is vital to help ensure the success of the project process.
Learn more about GAF Cool Community
View the projectTo reach our goals, we will build on what we’ve started.
GAF Energy
Our industry-leading portfolio of patents and products demonstrates how seriously GAF takes our commitment to making our products better, stronger, safer, and in more sustainable ways.
Sustainable building resources
Transparency is key to sustainable buildings. Get answers to your product questions, rating systems, regional codes, and more from our sustainability partners.