Most buildings were designed for an earlier climate – here’s what will happen as global warming accelerates

Ran Boydell Houses will be more prone to overheating, putting the lives of residents at risk, which is what has happened during the recent “heat dome” over North America. Flooding will happen more often and inundate greater areas, to the point that some places might have to be abandoned. Climate change will affect every aspect… Continue reading Most buildings were designed for an earlier climate – here’s what will happen as global warming accelerates

Protest against relocation of the Zeynel Bey Tomb in Hasankeyf dam site

Activists are protesting against the relocation of the Zeynel Bey Tomb in the historical city of Hasankeyf which is under the threat of the Ilisu Dam on the Tigris River On June 4, 2016, several dozen activists have protested against the relocation of the Zeynel Bey Tomb in the historical city of Hasankeyf which is under the threat of the… Continue reading Protest against relocation of the Zeynel Bey Tomb in Hasankeyf dam site

How to build a city fit for 50℃ heatwaves

Adrian Pitts We will have to make significant changes to building design. Traditional ideas from hot regions of the world will resurface but enhanced with smarter materials Orignially posted at The Conversation, that generates news and views from the academic and research community. Republished by SixDegrees under Creative Commons’ Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported license. The Persian… Continue reading How to build a city fit for 50℃ heatwaves