A Spanish-Algerian study shows how applying cool roof coatings can increase the amount of power generated by certain rooftop solar panels.

Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory examined three different types of roofing strategies and their impact on near-surface temperature and cooling energy demand.

Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions introduces two new CRRC-rated Unified Steel Stone Coated Roofing colors, Harborwood and Stirling Gray, known for their energy efficiency and durability. 

New studies conducted by the ERA suggest governments and regulatory bodies pause the development and implementation of reflective roofing and cool roofing mandates. 

Grunewald will support the Cool Roof Rating Council in its role as an informational resource on the energy-related properties of roofing products and exterior wall products.

More cities and building owners are looking to add green roofs, making now an ideal time for roofing contractors to add the service to their offerings.

Homeowner questions the attic ventilation section of the roof estimate and a roofer responds.

While the coatings market has slowly gained popularity in the roofing industry, the COVID-19 pandemic emphasized the need for sustainable roofing and for roofing companies to diversify. Coatings offers roofing professionals solutions in both areas.

The lack of strong, ongoing incentives to help encourage more efficient practices is coinciding with a massive spike in demand for residential cooling throughout the country.