California Title 24 Requirements

Title 24 of The California Energy Efficiency Standards was established in the late 70's as a response to a legislative mandate to reduce California's energy consumption. As a major source of energy loss, roof-top coatings with high reflectivity are a key component of these regulations. Cool roofs help to lower a building’s energy costs by increasing the reflective properties of the roof deck and can reduce roof-top temperatures up to 100 degrees.

Advantages of a Cool Roof System include:

I. LESS ENERGY CONSUMPTION
•    Reduce Heat Gain in Building
•    Reduce Cooling Requirements
•    Improve Building Comfort

II. ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND
•    Reduces Fossil Fuel Usage
•    Eliminates the need for roofing tear off
•    Reduces Air Pollution

III. EXTENDED ROOF LIFE
•    Stop Damaging UV Rays That Accelerate Degradation
•    Lower Roof Temperature Which Reduces Damaging Building Movement
•    Can Eliminate Leaks

For more information about Title 24, read more:
•    Nonresidential Compliance Manual For California's 2005 Energy Efficiency Standards
•    California Energy Commission