It is very important to implement energy-saving solutions in commercial buildings because of the advantages they bring with them. Today’s modern commercial buildings are dedicated to improving energy efficiency by installing solar panels, upgrading electrical systems, or removing unnecessary machinery and equipment.
However, there is a technology that some commercial builders forget while construction and that is to “create energy-efficient roofs”.
5 affordable techniques for energy-efficient roofs….!
- Reflective Coating:
- Reflective coating reflects the incoming heat from the sun.
- It can block about 90% of Infrared rays, reducing roof heat about 8oC to 20o
- Building remains cool even during peak summer.
- Metal Roofing
- Choose metal roofing in the initial stage of planning itself as they are durable and has reflective properties.
- Reflective coat can also be applied on the metal roof.
- Doing this will help your cooling system to work half as much to provide adequate cooling, in will lower your energy bills drastically.
- Synthetic Material
- Buildings having flat roof can apply synthetic material on the top for energy efficient properties.
- Thermoplastic polyolefin shortly TPO roofing is a well know system for commercial buildings.
- TPO is single-ply membrane that is available in light colours, which improves energy efficiency by reflecting heat and light.
- Another method is Bitumen roofing sheets.
- You can use bitumen tiles for your roofing for as aesthetic plus cost effective roofing.
- Bitumen is an effective insulator and resists cold and heat very effectively to create a, comfortable environment inside the building during extreme weather conditions.
- Efficient Building Ventilation
- Ventilation of the building plays a very crucial role for energy efficient roofing.
- One way to achieve a good ventilation by installing HVAC system for large buildings and wind catcher for small building
- This will help cool the building better by distributing warn and cool air in specific rooms.
Roof Skylight: Several commercial and industrial building owners install skylights on their roof as they provide natural sunlight, reducing the need for artificial lighting. And when you reduce energy consumption, you can also lower your energy bills. You don’t have to fret about harmful UV rays because the skylight can reduce glare and heat inside the building. It only lets adequate lighting pass through, ensuring the occupants inside the facility are not exposed to the UV rays. One other benefit of letting in natural sunlight is it increases productivity by creating a more positive environment.
