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Roof Tiles Would Save Energy By Turning Color

by Pat Coate | October 17, 2009

By turning white in warmer weather and thus reflecting light, a new breed of roof tiles could save companies energy.

In the winter, conversely, the tiles would turn black to absorb heat.

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