Miller, W.W.MillerDesjarlais, A.A.DesjarlaisKosny, J.J.Kosny2022-03-112022-03-112010https://publica.fraunhofer.de/handle/publica/370865A combined experimental and analytical study documented the thermal performance of cool roofs in combination with other roof and attic strategies. Cool-colored roofs are a first line of defense against heat transfer penetrating the conditioned space. However, radiant barriers, above-sheathing ventilation, low-emittance (low-e) surfaces in an inclined air space above the roof deck, insulation, and conventional and advanced thermal masses (i.e., phase-change materials) are all possible candidates that can enhance cool roof and attic performance. Field data and benchmarked computer simulations are reviewed to better understand energy and economic trade-offs in a variety of climates.enconference paper