Cool roofs and their application in the UK

Information Paper 13/10

BRE, 2010
Cool roofs and their application in the UK Download document

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Archived

Supplement

Core Supplement

Series

Information Paper

Abstract

Introduces the benefits of cool roofs, a term used to describe a range of roof types incorporating external finishes that have high levels of solar reflection and emissivity, and discusses the implications for their use in the UK. Explains how they work. Describes products with pitched and flat roof applications.

Author

Halewood, J. and de Wilde, P.

History

Whilst this publication can still be purchased some of the information in it has been superseded by more recent research and standards. The BRE Group does not accept any responsibility whatsoever for any loss or damage, including - without limitation - indirect or consequential loss or damage arising from use, or loss of use, of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this document.

ISBN

9781848061415

Subjects

  • Internal environment
  • Roofs
  • Special subject areas
  • Building structure
  • Environmental issues/energy
  • Energy efficiency/Energy Management

Publisher History

BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.

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