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Information Paper 13/10 Cool roofs and their application in the UK
Publication Year
2010
Document Status
Archived
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.
Document 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Whilst this publication can still be purchased some of the information in it has been superseded by more recent research and standards.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.
Author
Halewood, J. and de Wilde, P.
ISBN
9781848061415
Publisher Information
BRE
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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