The Effect of Shading Building Roofs on Energy Use in Cooling Buildings

Abstract: As the global climate continues to warm, cities face the challenge of higher energy consumption for cooling purposes. One of the most effective and sustainable strategies to reduce this energy use is shading building roofs. This research paper explores different techniques used for shading roofs, including cool roofs, green roofs, and architectural shading. These techniques not only reduce the amount of energy needed to cool buildings but also mitigate the urban heat island (UHI) effect, lower air conditioning costs, and improve thermal comfort. The findings indicate that roof shading is a cost-effective strategy with numerous environmental and economic benefits. Keywords: shading building roofs, architectural shading, global climate, economic benefits. Title: The Effect of Shading Building Roofs on Energy Use in Cooling Buildings Author: Mohammad F. Kh. A. Alenezi, Ebrahim Mohammad Almufarrej International Journal of Mechanical and Industrial Technology ISSN 2348-7593 (Online) Vol. 12, Issue 2, October 2024 - March 2025 Page No: 27-29 Research Publish Journals Website: www.researchpublish.com Published Date: 05-December-2024 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14280528 Paper Download Link (Source) https://www.researchpublish.com/papers/the-effect-of-shading-building-roofs-on-energy-use-in-cooling-buildings