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Roof Technology Reflects Sunlight to Save Energy

Written by: tinagleisner

New roofing shingles can reflect sunlight to reduce energy costsRoofing materials don’t change much but now we have new, energy efficient roofing shingles (Certainteel’s Landmark Solaris shingles shown on left). Roofs vary depending on where you live, from asphalt shingles in the northeast US to ceramic tile in the south. There are also green roof technologies, especially in cities where residents benefit from park like roofs, and opportunities to garden among the towering buildings.

Manufacturers today are bringing more energy efficient products to market as the EPA estimates about $40 billion is spent annually in the US on air-condition buildings, or one-sixth of all electricity generated! READ MORE



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