Earth Rangers is a non-profit Kids' Conservation Organization that educates children about biodiversity, conservation, and sustainability, along with their growing importance in today's society.

The members of the organization spearhead their message by integrating eco-friendly technologies into their own building and using it as a showcase for visitors. As a result, the Earth Rangers Center (ERC) was certified Leed® Gold for New Construction in 2006 and Platinum under LEED for Existing Building: Operations and Maintenance in 2012. The facility operates at less than 9 kWh per square foot, using nearly 90% less energy than other buildings of its size.

The ERC was able to achieve this level of sustainability by installing cutting edge technologies with a state of the art infrastructure throughout the building. In order to safeguard their innovative assets, the Earth Rangers relied on Elevate to provide a sustainable, low maintenance, cool roofing solution.

The Earth Rangers required a roofing solution that aligned with their commitment to eco-friendly practices. Their primary challenge was finding a roofing membrane that not only met environmental standards but also provided exceptional performance and durability.

Key requirements for the project included a membrane that was chlorine-free, non-halogenated, and plasticizer-free to minimize its environmental impact during manufacturing and throughout its lifecycle. Additionally, the chosen material needed to be easily recyclable, ensuring it could contribute to a circular economy and reduce waste at the end of its service life.

Beyond its eco-friendly attributes, the membrane also had to deliver robust weather resistance and long-term reliability to protect the facility.