Save CO2 in the construction of roof 

Save CO2 in the construction of the roof . Reductions of millions of tons of CO2  every year achievable. PROTAN AS, a manufacturer of roofing membranes, is contributing to CO2savings by encouraging architects, developers, builders and building owners to specify Single-ply, CO2-friendly PVC roof coverings. The company is also encouraging COP15 (15th United Nations Climate Change Conference) delegates to realise that there are significant CO2 savings to be made in forcing the industry to choose methods which promote the use of more sustainable building materials.

“Weight and volume are the primary factors which make a difference - and which influence the entire lifecycle - simply because transport and production are major producers of CO2,” says Protan Technical Director, Jon Hernaes. Protan’s roofing membrane weights only 1.5 kg/m2 - 1/6th of a double-layer bitumen felt. This means significantly less transport and production - and thus major CO2 savings to the benefit of the environment,” he adds.

The factory, which received ISO 14001 environmental management certification as far back as 1997, is one of the leaders in terms of environment and energy focus. “We recycle residual products from our own production of PVC, and aggressive chemicals were replaced long ago by environment-neutral materials approved in EU risk analyses,” says Hernaes, and adds that PROTAN has posted relevant documentation on its new website. Lifecycle analyses show that Protan’s roofing membrane typically reduces CO2 emissions by 30% compared to traditional bitumen. PVC membranes are also long lasting, durable and waterproof and can be installed without the use of open flame.