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
Yes, dark colors absorb more heat. Trapping it and making the city hotter. Light colors reflect heat back, meaning the heat doesn’t stick around to heat up the area.
Yes, dark colors absorb more heat. Trapping it and making the city hotter. Light colors reflect heat back, meaning the heat doesn’t stick around to heat up the area.