September 27, 2025

Philadelphia Launches ‘Cool Roof’ Pilot Program to Combat Heat and High Energy Bills

As summer temperatures in Philadelphia continue to climb, many residents face the double challenge of extreme heat and rising utility costs. To help address these concerns, the Philadelphia Office of Sustainability and the Energy Coordinating Agency (ECA) have partnered to launch a new “cool roof” pilot program in select neighborhoods. The initiative focuses on a simple but powerful solution:...