Earth, the plants, and their matted roots provide some insulation on a sod roof. It’s probably a good idea to supplement it with some other type of insulation and/or reflective material, because when ...

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.

Energy-efficient roofing upgrades can increase your home value and reduce your electricity bill. Upgrades such as solar panels, reflective roofing materials, and more are easy ways to improve your ...

Faced with rising energy costs, building owners and managers are discovering that light-colored, reflective roofs can play a critical role in cutting energy consumption. The State of California agrees ...

The cool roof research was funded by the City of Melbourne, as part of a larger Green Infrastructure development program at the University of Melbourne Burnley Campus; including green roofs, walls, ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...