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Presenter: Mariama (Madi) Torruella

Each year, millions of tons of roofing materials are discarded across the U.S., contributing to one of the construction industry's most pressing environmental challenges. While reroofing waste is widely known, one critical aspect remains under-addressed: the vast volume of manufacturing waste, including factory seconds, obsolete stock, and discontinued materials, that never even makes it to a roof. Learn how you can help families and communities thrive as we explore how residential roofing businesses can transform a linear, waste-heavy industry into a circular, community-focused model - one that diverts valuable materials from landfills and into the hands of people rebuilding after economic or natural disasters. It's a powerful, scalable solution that benefits your company and our communities.