A cool roof is an addition to your overall cooling efficiency system that can save you money on your AC bill. A cool roof is designed to reflect more sunlight from the surface of your roof than a ...

Low-income favelas would benefit from green roofs but there are two problems: Cost. And a typical design that's too heavy for ...

You can claim a federal tax credit for insulating and air sealing your home. A cool roof absorbs and transfers less heat from the sun to the building compared with a more conventional roof.

Researchers from University College London (UCL) and the University of Exeter found that cool, light-coloured roofs installed ...

By placing heavy materials on the outside walls or even creating a small space that stays cool, you can reduce the need for ...