These 5 cities are embracing passive cooling for a sustainable …
Dec 8, 2023 · The partners are testing the effectiveness of passive cooling measures, like insulation, shading and roof design. Ultimately, the project aims to integrate the most …
How termite mounds help architects embrace sustainability
Jun 3, 2024 · Hive – or rather mound – mentality sees thousands of termites working in unison to construct these durable, protective structures that have sophisticated cooling and ventilation …
What is passive cooling and how can we use it in a heatwave?
Jul 1, 2022 · Passive cooling strategies can be a lifeline for people without air conditioning. But even people with AC could use the techniques to lower their summer energy bills, adds …
Climate change: 7 ways the world can cope with heatwaves | World ...
Aug 4, 2023 · Passive cooling A US study found strategies like shading and natural ventilation could reduce pressure on air conditioning by up to 80% . Simulations using weather data from …
How sustainable cooling could help combat the climate crisis
Oct 3, 2024 · "Sustainable cooling technologies are accessible, affordable and scalable and minimize environmental impact, aiming for near-zero emissions cooling by 2050 through …
How 12 cities are responding to an increase in extreme heat
Aug 17, 2023 · Enhancing indoor cooling efficiency and integrating passive cooling in building design mitigates overheating. Tree-planting initiatives combat heat, with over 280,000 trees …
Passive houses are sustainable – but are they affordable? | World ...
Jan 26, 2021 · To be certified as meeting passive house standards, buildings must undergo rigorous tests set by the Passive House Institute in Germany. Passive houses consume about …
How cities are preparing for more extreme weather - The World …
Sep 20, 2021 · Adaptation could entail managed retreat (moving homes and buildings away from risky coastal areas and resettling them elsewhere) or regular water rationing. In some places, …
How to build smart, zero carbon buildings | World Economic Forum
Sep 8, 2021 · The building has 3,000m² of solar panels and a natural refrigerant heat pump at its water source that provides cooling and heating. The building is highly efficient, incorporating …
The building sector is key to the fight against climate change
Jun 26, 2024 · Passive building designs, high-efficiency heating and cooling systems and advanced energy management systems reduce energy and material consumption, lowering …