I recently reported from Pacoima on how “cool pavement,” a type of coating that reflects sunlight and heat, could help bring temperatures down in cities as the climate crisis pushes us into a hotter ...

While the green building movement is making great progress most buildings still waste a great deal of energy, often through the roof. When the sun beats down on a roof it can heat up the rest of the ...

We waste billions of dollars every year on wasted energy, providing a business opportunity as big as the amount of money that is wasted. Energy efficiency is such a big opportunity today because ...

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 ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

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 ...

Tennessee lawmakers passed a bill that removes the requirement for cool roofs on new commercial and multi-family buildings with low-sloped roofs. Cool roofs reflect solar energy and reduce heat, but ...

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 ...

As cities heat up, reflective roofs could lower energy bills and help the climate. But dark roofing manufacturers are waging a quiet campaign to block new rules. It began with a lobbyist’s pitch.

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 ...