
Cool Roofs - Department of Energy
A cool roof is designed to reflect more sunlight than a conventional roof, absorbing less solar energy. This lowers the temperature of the building just as wearing light-colored clothing keeps …
What is a Cool Roof? - Cool Roof Rating Council
A cool roof is one that strongly reflects sunlight (solar energy) and also cools itself by efficiently emitting any heat that was absorbed. The roof literally stays cooler and reduces the amount of …
Cool Roofs - ENERGY STAR
A cool roof is made of a material or has a coating that can lower the roof surface temperature, decreasing the amount of heat transferred into a residential or commercial building. In general, …
Using Cool Roofs to Reduce Heat Islands | US EPA
2025年2月27日 · Reduced energy use: A cool roof lowers the amount of heat transferred to the building, which allows it to stay cooler and use less energy for air conditioning. In air …
Home - Cool Roof Rating Council
Learn basic info about cool roofs and walls or search for codes, standards, incentives, and programs that require or promote the use of highly reflective building products
What is a "Cool Roof"? - CertainTeed
Cool roofs can also enhance roof durability and reduce both building cooling loads and the urban heat island effect. Most of the roofs in the world (including over 90% of the roofs in the United …
Cool roofs can save energy as well as beautify your home. The immediate and long-term benefits of roofs that stay cool in the sun have made cool roofing the fastest growing sector of the …
Guide to Cool Roof Shingles, Energy Efficiency & Rating Council
Cool roofs are designed to lower the temperature of your home in summer months, making you more comfortable and potentially reducing your energy bill. Cool roofs achieve this by …
Consumer Guide to Cool Roofs Fact Sheet - Department of Energy
Learn how cool roofs can save you energy and money while improving the comfort of your home. This fact sheet from Energy Saver includes information on the benefits of cool roofs, how cool …
Save Energy with a Cool Roof - Fine Homebuilding
Synopsis: For homeowners in heating climates, a cool roof can be a good energy-saving option. Architect Linda Reeder outlines the reasons to consider a cool roof — largely, to save on …