How does roof insulation relate to ENERGY STAR labeled roof products?
The ENERGY STAR energy-efficiency criteria do not include a specification for roof insulation. However, in addition to reflectivity, roof insulation (measured by the R-value) plays an important role in building energy consumption for heating and cooling. The colder the climate, the greater the need for a higher R-value to ensure that less heat is lost from the building envelope. To determine the minimum R-value for a given location, refer to the International Energy Conservation Code. Remember, saving energy prevents pollution Read more about how ENERGY STAR roof products prevent pollution. Read articles about ENERGY STAR qualified roof products. Read case studies about ENERGY STAR qualified roof products.