“Why specify cool roofs or walls?” “How do I know if a product is cool?” “Is a cool roof required for my project?”
If you’ve ever considered these questions, this page is for you! Learn how cool roofs and walls can impact building energy use and performance; access third-party verified radiative property data to help with product selection; and find out what cool surface policies or programs may apply to your project.
Energy and Performance Impacts of Cool Surfaces
Cool Surface Energy Savings Calculators
- Online tool for low-slope (e.g., commercial) roofs
- Intended for or small and medium-sized facilities that purchase electricity without a demand charge based on peak monthly load
- Access the calculator
- Excel tool that reports energy, energy cost, emission, and peak power demand savings estimates drawn from simulation database
- Limited to certain building categories, locations, and vintages
- Download the savings explorer
- View CRRC user guide
Third-party Product Ratings
Cool Roof and Wall Codes, Programs, and Standards
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