Heatwaves
Why we must design at a neighbourhood scale to cool our cities
Cities around the world are reaching a critical juncture, with climate change driving temperatures to dangerous highs. This is only…
Urban heat islands: New research puts London in a hot spot
In a recent study conducted by global sustainable development consultancy Arup, it has been revealed that London is home to…
Which cities have the most drinking fountains?
Once symbols of progress and public utility, drinking fountains enjoyed their golden age during Victorian times, offering respite from unclean…
Cities across the globe need to cool down in the face of extreme heat – here’s how
As our planet faces the catastrophic consequences of climate change, increasingly hot cities must take practical and sustainable measures to…
How can London adapt to hotter summers?
After a cold winter and wet spring, the summer heat returned to London in June. However, a season that typically…
How inequality shapes your experience of a heatwave
When the mercury rises, does your anxiety about heat death rise with it? If so, you are not alone. According…
African cities and climate change: The real debate is who should pay to fix the problem
For most African cities mayors and managers, the debate about whether climate change is real is a moot topic. They…
The cities adapting best to climate change
Climate change is a pressing issue for every city on Earth, but no two cities in different parts of the…
Five ways the UK can prepare for its next heatwave
The 2022 summer heatwave in the UK broke records – and it won’t be the last spell of such severe…
Why is London’s Tube so hot?
There is an indisputable, direct relationship (and subconscious awareness) between the London Tube's chronic overheating and heatwaves; however, I appreciate…