Newpoint™ Concrete Roof Tile recognized for its sustainability and durability
HOUSTON (June 11, 2025) — Westlake Royal Building Products™ (Westlake Royal), a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), is excited to announce that its Newpoint™ Concrete Roof Tile brand has been honored as one of Green Builder Media’s 2025 Sustainable Products of the Year, further underscoring Westlake Royal’s commitment to providing sustainable building solutions.
The annual Sustainable Products of the Year award recognizes green products that are exceptionally efficient and innovative, with this year’s list focusing on how things are built. Joining a host of building products across various categories, Newpoint Concrete was selected for its ability to marry durability, locally sourced resources and recyclability.
“We’re honored to find ourselves on the Sustainable Products of the Year list once again,” said Eric Miller, vice president of sales for Westlake Royal Building Products’ stone and roofing solutions brands. “Newpoint Concrete Roof Tile is representative of our commitment to providing environmentally conscious, durable building products that also provide immense benefit to homeowners and deliver aesthetic appeal.”
Newpoint Concrete Roof Tile features:
- High Fire and Hail Ratings: Class A Fire Rated roof assemblies; select products achieving a Class 3 or 4 Hail Rating, making them suitable for hail-prone regions.
- Cool-Roof Technology: Many color options listed by the Cool Roof Rating Council have high Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) values to save on electricity consumption to cool buildings, thereby reducing CO2 emissions associated with fossil fuel-generated electricity.
- Energy-Efficient Performance: When installed as a high-performance Cool Roof System with Westlake Royal Roofing Components, it can help reduce heating and cooling needs.
- Recyclable: Made from naturally occurring resources that are fully recyclable at the end of their lifespan.
- Sustainable Manufacturing: Produced using locally sourced geologic materials, reducing transportation and environmental impacts.
- Versatile Design Options: Available in numerous profiles to meet the needs of various architectural styles.
“The 2025 Sustainable Products of the Year exemplify the forward-thinking innovation and environmental responsibility required to drive meaningful change in the built environment,” said Green Builder Media CEO Sara Gutterman. “We are proud to recognize these exceptional solutions and the companies behind them, whose leadership is not only driving market transformation, but also helping to ensure a healthier, more resilient world for generations to come.”
Learn more about Newpoint Concrete here. Explore the extensive range of concrete, composite, clay, steel and component roofing options available through Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions.
About Newpoint™ Concrete Tile Roofing
Newpoint™ Concrete Roof Tile adds long-lasting beauty, durability, and energy efficiency to any home. Designed to withstand harsh climate conditions, these low-maintenance tiles are available in a wide range of profiles, colors, blends, and textures—from traditional Spanish barrel tiles to low-profile shake and slate options—to complement diverse architectural styles. With advanced manufacturing processes that prioritize sustainability, Newpoint tiles feature energy-saving Cool Roof colors and a low carbon footprint. Backed by a Limited Lifetime, Fully Transferable, Non-Prorated Concrete Product Warranty, Newpoint Concrete Roof Tile is a durable investment in both style and performance. Newpoint is a brand of Westlake Royal Building Products™.
About Westlake Royal Building Products
Westlake Royal Building Products USA Inc., a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), is a leader throughout North America in the innovation, design, and production of a broad and diverse range of exterior and interior building products, including Siding and Accessories, Trim and Mouldings, Roofing, Stone, Windows and Outdoor Living. For more than 50 years, Westlake Royal Building Products has manufactured high quality, low maintenance products to meet the specifications and needs of building professionals, homeowners, architects, engineers and distributors, while providing stunning curb appeal with an unmatched array of colors, styles, and accessories.
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Greg Snowman
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Director of Marketing | Roofing Solutions