Reflective Roofing Use on Commercial Buildings in the United States: An Energy Type and Cost Analysis
Reflective roof membranes have been shown to lower air conditioning costs by reducing the influx of thermal energy through a roof assembly and into the building. However, there have been studies suggesting that reflective roofs in cold climates give rise to increased winter heating costs, due to the...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-09-01
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| Series: | Buildings |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-5309/9/10/212 |