Asphalt shingles are extraordinarily effective in the protection and appearance of millions of homes. However, when they are replaced, they can clog up landfills. These shingles have useful components that can be utilized again through and efficient and effective national recycling network. Here's some quick facts about asphalt roofing shingles
- 12 million tons created annually
- 11 million tons post consumer tear-off debris
- 1 million tons of manufacturing waste
- contractors spend $1billion yearly in waste hauling and tip fees
- clog landfills, utilizing over 4% of all space
- require several generation to decompose
- include valuable and reusable asphalt content
- asphalt content can be used for road repair and construction
If asphalt shingles must be used on a project, buying the longest lasting asphalt shingles and buying no more shingles than necessary can help lessen the environmental impact of the project. If there are shingles left over when the roof is completed, they should be donated to Habitat for Humanity and similar programs.
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