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fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

AC shouldn't be first line of defence in maximum temperature law, experts say | CBC News

Experts recommend retrofitting buildings over relying on air conditioning for heat management.
fromwww.berlin.de
2 weeks ago

Berlin's first Cooling Point opens

Berlin has opened its first Cooling Point in Mauerpark, providing a public space for residents to cool down and drink water during hot weather.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

AI helps find formula for paint to keep buildings cooler

AI-engineered paint can significantly reduce urban heat and air conditioning costs.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

Which tube line is predicted to be the hottest this summer?

This summer, the Victoria Line is predicted to reach a maximum temperature of 32C, solidifying its status as London’s hottest underground service for summer 2024.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Hot asphalt, corn sweat' and floods: midwest swelters as heatwave grips the US

In 2023, a heat dome impacted millions in the eastern US, with cities breaking high temperature records and prompting public safety responses to avoid heat-related emergencies.
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fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

RANKED: The worst German cities to spend a heatwave in

Germany faces increasing extreme heat, especially in urban areas due to the heat island effect, making some cities particularly unbearable in heatwaves.
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fromFast Company
4 months ago

This new paint changes color with the weather-and cuts down on energy bills

Climate-adaptive paint changes color with temperature, potentially saving energy costs and enhancing building aesthetics.
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