When most of us think about environmental issues, images of plastic bottles in the ocean or deforestation might come to mind—but have you ever considered the shingles on your roof? Every year, about 15 million tons of asphalt shingles are discarded and end up in North American landfills. To put it simply, these shingles represent an enormous environmental issue hidden right above our heads.
The Silent Impact of Asphalt Shingle Waste
Asphalt shingles are notoriously slow to decompose, often lingering in landfills for hundreds of years. This prolonged decomposition contributes significantly to landfill overcrowding and environmental degradation. Worse yet, this discarded material isn’t just waste—it’s potential energy and valuable resources being lost, including millions of barrels of oil.
Introducing a Revolutionary Solution
That’s where Sky Quarry comes in. Recognizing the sheer scale of this hidden crisis, Sky Quarry has pioneered a groundbreaking technology known as ECOSolv. This proprietary innovation effectively turns discarded shingles into valuable resources, extracting up to 99% of hydrocarbons and solvents from the waste material.
This isn’t mere recycling—it’s a comprehensive transformation. Sky Quarry’s fully integrated operations, spanning from the PR Spring extraction facility in Utah to the Foreland Refinery in Nevada, ensure every part of the process is controlled, efficient, and sustainably managed.
Turning Environmental Problems into Profitable Solutions
By transforming shingles from waste into resources, Sky Quarry doesn’t just help the planet—it creates a financially sustainable model that is as smart as it is environmentally friendly. With valuable products like refined petroleum, asphalt, and other reusable materials recovered from shingles, Sky Quarry demonstrates that profitability and sustainability can—and should—go hand in hand.
Beyond Recycling: Building the Circular Economy
Sky Quarry’s vision extends beyond just addressing an environmental problem. With planned modular facilities expanding across North America, the company is set to scale its impact significantly, meeting increasing market demand and supporting stringent sustainability regulations. This scalable model highlights how innovative businesses can pave the way for a cleaner, greener future while remaining economically vibrant.
What Can You Do?
Awareness is the first step toward meaningful change. By understanding the hidden crisis of asphalt shingles and supporting innovative solutions like Sky Quarry’s ECOSolv technology, each of us can play a role in transforming the way we think about waste.
Join us in turning today’s overlooked waste into tomorrow’s valuable resources, and let’s build a brighter future—one shingle at a time.
Stay tuned for more articles on sustainability, innovation, and how Sky Quarry continues to lead the way in environmental stewardship.