R Value

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-022965",
  "term": "R Value",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definitions": [
    "A measure of insulation. The higher the R-value, the better walls and roofs will resist the transfer of heat. For more information visit the Department of Energy's Web site.",
    "1. R-value or \"thermal resistance value\" is a measure of the resistance of a material to heat flow. The term is typically used to describe the resistance properties of insulation. The higher the R-value, the greater the insulation's resistance to heat flow.\n\n2. A measure of insulation. The higher the R-value, the better walls and roofs will resist the transfer of heat."
  ],
  "subject": [
    "Policy and guidance",
    "Sustainability and green living"
  ],
  "references": [
    "Greening EPA Glossary",
    "Heat Island Effect Glossary",
    "Top Green Home Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/r-value/"
}