When sweltering temperatures hit, you probably think about how low your air conditioner can go. Maybe you flip on your ceiling fan more and draw the curtains. But your roof can also play a role in how ...

While major cities across the United States embrace “cool roof” standards to combat rising urban temperatures, the Pacific Northwest has yet to implement any policies that could reduce local ...

New Incentives Make Energy-Efficient Roofing More Affordable for Homeowners and Businesses Across LA What’s a Cool Roof? Cool roofs are designed to reflect more sunlight and absorb less heat than ...

A group of Democratic lawmakers recently introduced a bill that would subsidize reflective roofing for American households. Photo from Jason Peters, UnSplash House Democrats introduced a bill that ...

This is your first of three free stories this month. Become a free or sustaining member to read unlimited articles, webinars and ebooks. Walk outside into 100-degree heat wearing a black shirt, and ...

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Jul. 21, 2025 / PRZen / LOS ANGELES — As part of California’s Title 24 energy efficiency standards, cool roofs are now required for most new and renovated buildings — and Los Angeles homeowners and ...

New Incentives Make Energy-Efficient Roofing More Affordable for Homeowners and Businesses Across LA Jul. 21, 2025 / PRZen / LOS ANGELES — As part of California’s Title 24 energy efficiency standards, ...