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Why White Rooftops Are Becoming Popular in Indian Cities

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As Indian summers grow longer and hotter, especially in cities packed with concrete and metal, beating the heat is becoming harder — and more expensive. Air conditioners aren’t always an option, especially for low-income families. That’s why a surprisingly simple idea is catching on in many parts of the country: painting rooftops white. It may sound too easy to work, but this technique — called cool roofing — is helping homes stay a few degrees …

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Why White Rooftops Are Becoming Popular In Indian Cities - EBNW Story

As Indian summers grow longer and hotter, especially in cities packed with concrete and metal, staying cool is becoming more challenging—and expensive. Air conditioners aren’t always an option, particularly for low-income families. That’s why an unexpectedly simple idea is gaining traction across the country: painting rooftops white. It may sound too good to be true, but this technique—known as cool roofing—is proving to be an effective way to r…

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