With nearly half a billion people living in densely populated cities, the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect has intensified due to the replacement of natural green spaces with the built environment and the increasing reliance on energy-intensive cooling systems such as air conditioning. Cool Roofs, designed to reflect solar radiation and reduce heat absorption, are emerging as an efficient, low-cost solution to address this issue. These technologies lower indoor temperatures, enhance thermal comfort, reduce energy consumption and mitigate the UHI effect, making them a vital component of sustainable urban living and climate resilience. Recognized globally, Cool Roof technologies are gaining prominence in India as part of sustainable construction practices.

GRIHA Council and NRDC India in collaboration with ASCI as the Knowledge Partner are hosting a Workshop on Cool Roof Adoption in Andhra Pradesh on 25th April 2025, Friday at the Hotel Fortune Murali Park, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India. Aligning with the state government’s vision to mitigate urban heat challenges, enhance energy efficiency and promote sustainable construction, the workshop will focus on strategies to accelerate the adoption of cool roof technologies for sustainable urban planning and development. By gathering experts, policymakers, solution providers, building professionals, real estate developers and other key stakeholders, the workshop aims to identify and highlight potential growth drivers that can boost the uptake of cool roofs in the state.

We invite you to participate in the workshop and share your insights on promoting the adoption of cool roof technologies across India, thereby contributing to developing a sustainable built environment.