Philadelphia Coolest Block Contest Winners Announced !

About a week ago I wrote about the cool roof project in Philadelphia [LINK].  The winning block was just announced … the 1200 Block of Wolf Street.

RetroFit PHILLY - Coolest Block Contest

The residents on this block showed tremendous enthusiasm and community spirit in their quest to become the ‘Coolest’. Plus, every roof on the block is suitable for a ‘cool roof’ coating! 

"In the coming weeks, … this block … receive its prize-an energy audit and energy-efficient upgrades, such as insulation, air sealing and a ‘cool roof’! And we’ll celebrate with a block party in June!"

" …  check out their winning essay!"

"Cool roofs reflect the sun’s heat … are about 50-80 degrees cooler than typical asphalt roofs and come in a variety of colors.  White is the "coolest" because it most efficiently reflects the sun’s rays. "

 

Via:  RetroFit Philly LINK