I recently reported from Pacoima on how “cool pavement,” a type of coating that reflects sunlight and heat, could help bring temperatures down in cities as the climate crisis pushes us into a hotter ...

Reflective roof coatings are a simple but effective way to reduce energy costs. Four products from Coat'N'Cool were recently awarded an Energy Star Rating for their performance. Yorba Linda, ...

As the planet gets hotter, the use of air conditioning keeps growing—and adding to emissions that make future heat waves even more likely. But a new type of coating could help buildings cool down ...

The climate crisis is pushing average temperatures higher, and driving longer and hotter heat waves. And all the pavement in our cities only makes it worse. “Cool pavement” may be one tool to help. It ...

The Cool Roofs program has officially launched in Pittsburgh. Through the servePGH initiative, the roofs of 10 city-owned buildings will be coated with reflective paint. “In the coming months, ...

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HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As relentless heatwaves sweep the nation, NanoTech Inc. warms up multiple investors by pioneering a unique category of climate-resilient materials promising a dual benefit: a ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

When summer turns up the heat, cities can start to feel like an oven, as buildings and pavement trap the sun’s warmth and vehicles and air conditioners release more heat into the air. The temperature ...

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