Building energy savings by green roofs and cool roofs in current and future climates

Abstract The global energy demand has greatly impacted greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. Since buildings are responsible for a large portion of global energy consumption, this study investigates the energy-saving potential of green roofs and cool roofs in reducing building energy consumpt...

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Main Authors: Siqi Jia, Qihao Weng, Cheolhee Yoo, Huijuan Xiao, Qingwei Zhong
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2024-04-01
Series:npj Urban Sustainability
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s42949-024-00159-8