Paris Zinc Roofers | 03 Sep 2024

Recently, the French Culture Ministry nominated the zinc roofing profession in Paris for UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) list, highlighting the craftsmanship.

Zinc roofs have been integral to Paris's skyline for nearly 200 years, with 21.4 million square metres of zinc-covered roofs.
- While zinc roofs contribute to Paris's iconic look, they face criticism for overheating buildings due to poor insulation; zinc roofs exacerbate heat absorption, leading to higher indoor temperatures.
The UNESCO ICH list includes knowledge and skills that are passed down through generations, such as: Oral traditions, Performing arts, Social practices, Rituals, Festive events, Traditional crafts, and Contemporary rural and urban practices.
India has a total of 15 elements inscribed on the UNESCO ICH list.