10 Nigerian Startups Get $56K Each to Beat Extreme Heat
Nigeria's cities are hitting 50°C, putting millions at risk. Ten new startups just got funding to build cooling solutions, warning systems, and climate tech that could save lives.
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Chennai Fights Heat with Green Roofs as Temps Hit 39°C
As temperatures soar near 40°C in Chennai, Tamil Nadu is turning to nature-based solutions like green roofs and lake restoration to cool the city. The India Meteorological Department warns that April will bring more intense heatwaves across the country.
Nigerian Hospital Grows 826 Trees to Beat Extreme Heat
A teaching hospital in Nigeria planted nearly a thousand heat-resistant trees to cool its grounds and provide free fruit to patients. The simple solution tackles both rising temperatures and healthcare challenges in a conflict-affected region.
Scientists Create Heat Refuges to Save Crops and Wildlife
Australian researchers are fighting extreme heat waves with cool microclimates and heat-resistant plants. Their innovative solutions could protect farms and ecosystems as temperatures rise.
Tamil Nadu Cuts School Temps 10°C With Reflective Roofs
Tamil Nadu is painting 300 school roofs with reflective coatings that drop classroom temperatures by up to 10 degrees Celsius, making learning possible during brutal heat waves. The initiative saves schools $350 annually while turning campuses into climate labs where students learn sustainability by living it.