Embodied carbon has emerged as a critical consideration as the construction industry continues its mission of increasing sustainability. However, a new white paper from the Chemical Fabrics and Film Association – Vinyl Roofing Division argues that embodied carbon reveals only part of a building material’s total carbon footprint.

Jennifer Oblock, executive director of Chemical Fabrics and Film Association-Vinyl Roofing Division, will present an article on PVC (vinyl) roof recycling at the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants International Convention & Trade Show in Houston, Texas, on March 4.