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Exploring Biomaterial-Based CoolRoofs: Empirical Insights into Energy Efficiency and CO 2 Emissions Reduction

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  • Hasna Oukmi

    (Civil Engineering and Environment Laboratory (LGCE), Higher School of Technology, Mohammadia School of Engineers, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Rabat 8007, Morocco
    Laboratory for Studies and Research on Wood Materials (LERMAB) IUT H Poincaré de Longwy, University of Lorraine, 168 Rue de Lorraine, Cosnes et Romain, 54400 Longwy, France)

  • Badr Chegari

    (Cool Roof, Domblans Street, Z.A, Quiella, 29590 Le Faou, France
    Techniques of Informatics and Microelectronics for Integrated Systems Architecture (TIMA), CNRS, Grenoble INP, Institute of Engineering, Université Grenoble Alpes, 38031 Grenoble, France)

  • Roland Soun

    (Cool Roof, Domblans Street, Z.A, Quiella, 29590 Le Faou, France)

  • Ouadia Mouhat

    (Civil Engineering and Environment Laboratory (LGCE), Higher School of Technology, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Rabat 8007, Morocco)

  • Mohamed Rougui

    (Civil Engineering and Environment Laboratory (LGCE), Higher School of Technology, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Rabat 8007, Morocco)

  • Mohammed El Ganaoui

    (Laboratory for Studies and Research on Wood Materials (LERMAB) IUT H Poincaré de Longwy, University of Lorraine, 168 Rue de Lorraine, Cosnes et Romain, 54400 Longwy, France)

Abstract

The Cool Roof concept, known for its efficiency in summer due to high temperatures during this period, employs a light coating that covers the roof to prevent the absorption of heat and maintain lower indoor temperatures. This study integrates a chemical component with biomaterials to enhance performance and reduce CO 2 emissions. The composition investigated in this research is recognized for its durability and ability to lower outside temperatures, thereby mitigating the urban heat island effect. This experimental study evaluates the sustainability of CoolRoofs in a cold room located in Signes, France. Temperature measurements are conducted from 25 September 2023 to 27 July 2024, both with and without the coating, to assess energy performance and CO 2 emissions. The selection of the building type ensures optimal performance in both summer and winter. Results show that the maximum outside and inside surface temperatures for a Cool Roof are 48.7 °C and 25.6 °C, respectively, compared to 72.9 °C and 32.2 °C for an uncoated roof. Additionally, implementing a CoolRoof reduces thermal load through the cold room by 56%, while CO 2 emissions can be reduced by up to 27.31 kg CO 2 /m 2 over a 20-year period. This study presents a solution for enhancing energy and environmental performance year-round using a resilient composite.

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  • Hasna Oukmi & Badr Chegari & Roland Soun & Ouadia Mouhat & Mohamed Rougui & Mohammed El Ganaoui, 2024. "Exploring Biomaterial-Based CoolRoofs: Empirical Insights into Energy Efficiency and CO 2 Emissions Reduction," Energies, MDPI, vol. 17(21), pages 1-15, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jeners:v:17:y:2024:i:21:p:5499-:d:1513151
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    1. Momoka Nagasue & Haruka Kitagawa & Takashi Asawa & Tetsu Kubota, 2024. "A Systematic Review of Passive Cooling Methods in Hot and Humid Climates Using a Text Mining-Based Bibliometric Approach," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 16(4), pages 1-29, February.
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