New asphalt has an SRI value of 0, and weathered asphalt has an SRI value of 6—so asphalt is not a good surface for earning this credit. However, you can try increasing the SRI value of asphalt through light-colored coatings, slurry, emulsion, or chip seals. See the LEED reference guide for typical SRI values of common hardscape materials.
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