How Clay Pots in Roofs Help Homes Stay up to 50% Cooler

By early afternoon in peak summer, many homes begin to feel like furnaces. The ceiling radiates heat, fans whirl at full speed, and yet the air feels heavy and stifling. It’s not just your imagination; your roof has been soaking up heat all day, slowly releasing it into your living space. As rooftops trap and radiate heat indoors, homes turn stifling by afternoon, making comfort hard to achieve without constant cooling. Photograph: (Weebly/Mansi Shah) Air conditioners offer relief, but they come at a cost — both for your wallet and the environment. As temperatures continue to rise, the ques...