New York A02569 amends the public buildings law to require cool roofs on new or substantially renovated state-owned buildings.

New York A02569 amends the public buildings law to mandate that new construction or substantial renovation of state-owned buildings with flat roofs must comply with cool roof standards. These standards require the use of materials and methods such as inherently cool roofing materials, coated roofs, and green roofs using plant-based materials for insulation cover. The bill aims to minimize energy consumption and enhance the efficient use of resources in state buildings. The act takes effect immediately.

New York A02569 amends the public buildings law to require cool roofs on new or substantially renovated state-owned buildings.

New York A02569 amends the public buildings law to mandate that new construction or substantial renovation of state-owned buildings with flat roofs must comply with cool roof standards. These standards require the use of materials and methods such as inherently cool roofing materials, coated roofs, and green roofs using plant-based materials for insulation cover. The bill aims to minimize energy consumption and enhance the efficient use of resources in state buildings. The act takes effect immediately.