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by lttlrck 1831 days ago
> A study done at Stanford University shows that white roofs may actually increase, not decrease, the earth’s temperature. White roof membranes have high reflectivity that directs heat upward into the atmosphere and then mixes with black and brown soot particles, which are thought to contribute to global warming.

https://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/us_2901288

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Interesting counter-point. Thanks!