EPDs for Single-Ply TPO in the United States
The 2026 state of play for TPO roofing EPDs in the U.S. is surprisingly concentrated, fast‑moving, and very renewable‑date driven. If you make thermoplastic polyolefin single‑ply membranes, this guide shows who is publishing, which rulebooks they use, and when key declarations roll off the board so you can plan your own roadmap with confidence.
What this guide covers
Single‑ply TPO roofing membranes go by a few names in specs and search: TPO, thermoplastic polyolefin, single‑ply roofing, and white reflective membranes. This article uses hard counts from the public EPD registry to map the United States market for current TPO EPDs. It spotlights manufacturers, program operators, PCR choices, and renewal timing so commercial teams can act, not guess.
Snapshot of the market
- Valid TPO EPDs in the last five years: 41
- Manufacturers publishing in that window: 5
- Program operators used: 3
- PCRs used: 3
- Latest filing observed: JM TPO 80 mils from Johns Manville on Feb 24, 2025 under UL, valid to Feb 24, 2030
Release tempo jumped recently. From 2021 and 2022 there were zero TPO EPDs, then 24 arrived in 2023, 10 in 2024, and 7 in 2025. That pattern mirrors how categories often tip from early experiments to mainstream once competitors start winning specs with product‑specific declarations.
Releases by year
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 10 |
| 2025 | 7 |
Manufacturer landscape
Five manufacturers account for all current TPO EPDs in the U.S. over the last five years. One player carries most of the volume.
- GAF leads with 26 EPDs, roughly two‑thirds of the total. That gives specifiers a wide matrix of thicknesses and assemblies to select without leaving the brand family.
- Carlisle Construction Materials holds 6, with Carlisle SynTec Systems adding 2. Together they provide a robust second cluster.
- Johns Manville posts 5, highlighted by the Feb 24, 2025 update.
- Holcim US contributes 2, consistent with Elevate’s rollout cadence.
If you sell TPO and aren’t on this list, projects that require product‑specific EPDs will often default to competitors already published. That is avoidable.
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Where these EPDs are published
Program operator choice shapes timeline, reviewer availability, and how your declaration is discovered.
- NSF International hosts 28 EPDs across 2 manufacturers. This concentration suggests many of the GAF and Holcim US declarations live at NSF, so specifiers searching there will see a deep bench.
- ASTM International carries 8 EPDs across 3 manufacturers. That spread shows decent diversity per operator, not a single‑client stack.
- UL hosts 5 EPDs across 1 manufacturer, all from Johns Manville, which keeps that operator tightly associated with JM in this category.
For manufacturers without an internal LCA team, the choice of operator is usually secondary to execution speed and reviewer capacity. The right partner will line those up for you and keep your schedule tight.
PCRs that actually get used
Two PCRs dominate TPO in the U.S. The split is straightforward and helps you pick the rulebook your competitors already use.
| PCR name | EPDs using it | Share of total | Latest observed expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single‑Ply Roofing Membranes | 29 | 71% | Jan 31, 2030 |
| PCR for Single Ply Roofing Membranes | 12 | 29% | Feb 24, 2030 |
What this means in practice. If your goal is quick comparability on the spec sheet, follow the common PCR used by your closest competitors unless a newer PCR or operator gives you a clear timing advantage. Remember that EPDs are typically valid for five years before renewal is required by the governing standards, so plan your data refresh cycle early to avoid a gap (ISO 21930, 2017).
Expiries you should watch
The near‑term calendar is calm, then it bunches up.
- 2026 and 2027 show zero expiries.
- 2028 is heavy with 24 expiries. Of these, 21 sit under Single‑Ply Roofing Membranes and 3 under PCR for Single Ply Roofing Membranes. Dates cluster around May 16 and continue through Dec 8.
- 2029 has 10 expiries split 6 and 4 across the same two PCRs, with a notable Feb 2 cluster.
- 2030 brings 7 more expiries. Five are under PCR for Single Ply Roofing Membranes on Feb 24 and two under Single‑Ply Roofing Membranes on Jan 31.
If you compete with a brand facing a 2028 renewal, that is a window to catch up or leapfrog with a refreshed EPD family while they’re busy re‑running LCAs.
The latest filing, decoded
Johns Manville’s JM TPO 80 mils, issued Feb 24, 2025 under UL, is valid to Feb 24, 2030. For rivals, this sets a useful cadence target. For JM, the five‑year runway tees up a data planning cycle in 2029 so renewal hits before the clock runs out.
Who helps get these published
Most TPO EPDs are not DIY. 37 of the 41 valid EPDs were developed with an external EPD consultant or service provider. That is normal in this category because site‑level data collection and reviewer alignment take coordination. If you are weighing partners, ask who will actually chase utility bills, waste manifests, and ERP pulls. A white‑glove EPD service provider like Parq can compress the calendar by taking the data wrangling off your team so R&D and plant ops stay focussed on operations.
Notably absent or sparse brands
We checked several well‑known names to see if product‑specific TPO EPDs appear in the public registries as of Jan 22, 2026. Mule‑Hide does not surface with brand‑specific TPO EPDs. Some private‑label lines may be covered under the manufacturing source’s declarations, but that does not always satisfy project documentation, especially when submittals require the selling brand on the EPD. If this is your situation, getting a brand‑specific declaration is the safer commercial play.
Practical playbook for your next TPO EPD
- Pick your PCR by matching the peer set in this article. That keeps apples with apples and simplifies spec comparisons.
- Map expiry risk. If your closest competitors are heavy in the 2028 cluster, you can time releases to meet the market with fresher declarations.
- Audit data now. Pull 12 months of electricity, gas, water, waste, and production volumes per line. If your TPO product is new, a prospective EPD based on a shorter initial period can still get you into bids and be updated at the next renewal. That path is allowed under the standards with clear documentation of assumptions (ISO 21930, 2017).
A quick note on validity and LEED
EPDs renew on a five‑year cycle under the core rules, which means even an older but active declaration is acceptable on most projects until its expiry date. LEED v5 is expected to continue rewarding product‑specific EPDs in materials credits, so having one in hand prevents penalties tied to default or conservative database factors in whole‑building carbon models. Exact point structures are evolving through the LEED v5 process, but the direction of travel is clear.
Final word and how to get the data pack
This guide uses counts from the global public EPD registry that most architects and specifiers rely on. Due to loading delays, some EPDs published in the last half of 2025 may not yet appear. Want the full dataset behind the charts or a read on which PCR fits your lineup best based on the competitive set? Connect with me on LinkedIn and send a quick note. I’m happy to share the latest pull, answer questions, or hop on a short call for free to zero in on your best path to a TPO EPD that gets you specified more often. And yes, we can definately move fast when you need it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many valid Single-Ply TPO EPDs exist in the U.S. right now?
41 valid EPDs were issued in the last five years, spanning 5 manufacturers and 3 program operators.
Which program operator hosts most TPO EPDs in the U.S.?
NSF International hosts 28 EPDs across 2 manufacturers, followed by ASTM International with 8 across 3 manufacturers, and UL with 5 across 1 manufacturer.
When do most current TPO EPDs expire?
The biggest expiry wave lands in 2028 with 24 EPDs, then 10 in 2029 and 7 in 2030. There are none in 2026 or 2027.
Which PCRs are common for TPO and how should I choose?
Two PCRs dominate: Single‑Ply Roofing Membranes (29 EPDs) and PCR for Single Ply Roofing Membranes (12 EPDs). Match the one used by your closest competitors unless a newer option clearly benefits timing or scope.
Do I need an external consultant to create a TPO EPD?
Not required by the standards, but 37 of 41 recent TPO EPDs used an external EPD service provider. Many teams pick this route to speed up data collection, LCA modeling, and reviews.
About the Author
With a passion for sustainability and a love for complex data, Toby helps manufacturers efficiently collect data from across their organization and get their EPDs done right. He’s especially interested in how AI can support human expertise, helping R&D and factory teams work faster, smarter, and with less friction.
