DECRA is committed to the protection and preservation of the environment through the continuous improvement of its products and manufacturing processes. Sustainability is defined and measured many ways: durability, long-term maintenance, recycled content, recyclability, life cycle and life cycle cost, to name a few.

Stone coated steel, is durable and unlike traditional materials, requires little to no lifetime maintenance. It has a post-consumer recycled content of 25 - 30% and is 100% recyclable at end-of-life. Incorporating a stone coated steel roof into the design of a home or building is good for local landfills. A stone coated steel roof can be installed over existing materials; many old materials are diverted from valuable landfill space. DECRA panels are easy to use with solar. Additionally, the water run-off meets the World Health Organization standards for drinking water allowing for use with a rain catchment system.

DECRA products have a long life cycle and a lower life cycle cost than most traditional products - even those with a lower up-front cost. DECRA has recently developed a life cycle cost calculator component available at www.decra.com . The calculator compares a DECRA stone coated steel roof with asphalt shingles and concrete/clay tile. The calculator adds a new dimension in roofing product comparison - cost of ownership.

DECRA Roofing Systems, Inc. is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council, the Cool Roof Rating Council and an ENERGY STAR® partner. All DECRA products are manufactured in Corona, California. DECRA's state of the art facility has achieved ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004 and OSHSA 18001 certification and maintains permits with the South Coast Air Quality District.

Metal Roofing Isn't What It Used To Be® For more information on DECRA's Sustainability Commitment or Cost Calculator visit www.decra.com .