About this episode
The episode discusses the benefits of light roofs and insulation in reducing heat stress in southern climates.
Dark roofs absorb heat, and light roofs reflect it. Light roof shingles—combined with more insulation in the attic— can go a LONG way towards reducing the heat stress people in southern climates experience three seasons of the year.
Topics covered
- cool roofs
- heat absorption
- light shingles
- insulation
- climate impact
Keywords
- cool roofs
- heat stress
- light shingles
- insulation
- climate
Mentioned in this episode
Places: southern climates
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