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Coffee
fromDaily Coffee News by Roast Magazine
1 day ago

Study Says Liberica and Excelsa Are Separate Species with Implications for Cultivation

Liberica coffee comprises three distinct species—C. liberica, C. dewevrei (excelsa), and C. klainei—with differing genetics, ranges, and climate niches.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Newsom says California needs to build a water tunnel. Opponents argue costs are too high

Gavin Newsom proposes a 45-mile Delta water tunnel as the most effective climate adaptation for California, sparking environmental and cost controversies.
fromState of the Planet
3 days ago

How Do We Fix the Hellish Heat of the New York City Subway System?

Subway heat is a significant public health hazard that demands urgent climate adaptation measures.
fromState of the Planet
2 weeks ago

Canada Pledges $15 Million for Climate Adaptation in Hindu Kush Himalayan Region

Canada pledged CA$15 million for climate adaptation in Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh, focusing on water scarcity, women, and Indigenous community resiliency.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 weeks ago

Terracotta Is a 3,000-Year-Old Solution to Fighting Extreme Heat

Terracotta emerges as an innovative low-cost cooling solution in India, aiding households facing extreme heat without electricity.
fromModern Farmer
2 weeks ago

The 7 Best Crops for Dry Farming

The technique's success in dry farming is surprising, as it shows that crops don't need daily watering and pampering for a good yield.
Agriculture
Soccer (FIFA)
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

These new stadiums are built to protect players-and fans-from extreme heat

Stadium designs are adapting to extreme heat by using innovative architectural features to enhance cooling for players and fans.
Miami
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

A $50 million 'flood-proof' mansion in bayfront Miami. Here are 5 takeaways

G House combines luxury and climate resilience to endure severe flooding and storms.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Extreme heat could lead to 30,000 deaths a year in England and Wales by 2070s, say scientists

A new study calculates that heat mortality could rise more than fiftyfold in 50 years due to climate heating, projecting over 30,000 heat-related deaths annually by the 2070s.
Health
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

Why isn't agrivoltaics taking off in Arizona? - High Country News

Agrivoltaics is often touted as a win-win for both solar generation and agriculture, especially in summer. Shade reduces crops' heat stress and helps farmers.
Agriculture
Agriculture
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

How Wimbledon ground staff are 'making water wetter' to help keep the grass green

Wimbledon uses a special chemical to enhance soil water absorption, combating rising water bills and extreme temperatures.
fromModern Farmer
1 month ago

Protecting Crops from Heat Stress: 5 Pro Strategies

Adapting to climate by employing heat protection strategies is crucial for farmers to maintain yields during heat waves.
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

Beneath the blazing sun, Black Phoenix sows community - High Country News

Urban agricultural spaces—neighborhood gardens—can reduce local temperatures by as much as 10 degrees Fahrenheit, and trees can lower the 'real feel' temperature by up to 30 degrees.
Agriculture
fromState of the Planet
1 month ago

African Societies Survived Climate Shifts for Millennia by Diversifying How They Lived

What we see is not a linear story of progress but a complex mosaic of strategies that helped people stay resilient. That has real lessons for food systems today.
Online Community Development
Apple
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Indian scientists search for the perfect apple

Kakasaheb Sawant's unusual apple farm in southern India shows potential despite challenges as he seeks to meet rising apple demand.
#architecture
fromArchDaily
2 months ago
Online Community Development

As-Salam Mosque / Archeground Ltd.

The As-Salam Jame Mosque exemplifies sustainable architecture by merging community needs with environmental considerations.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Architecture Now: Urban Updates from Madrid to L.A. on Climate, Policy, and Recovery

Cities are adapting to climate change through new policies and infrastructure projects.
Spain and Italy launched a manifesto prioritizing climate adaptation in architecture.
L.A. County voters support stricter building codes to prevent fire damage.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Architecture Now: Urban Updates from Madrid to L.A. on Climate, Policy, and Recovery

Cities are adapting to climate change through new policies and infrastructure projects.
Spain and Italy launched a manifesto prioritizing climate adaptation in architecture.
L.A. County voters support stricter building codes to prevent fire damage.
more#architecture
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
3 months ago

This Indian city is using reflective paint and bus stop sprinklers to fight deadly heat

Innovative cooling measures are vital for combating extreme heat in Ahmedabad, benefiting vulnerable populations.
Ahmedabad's heat action plan has effectively saved lives during extreme heat conditions.
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Shekou Cultural and Sports Park / Tanghua Architects

The Shekou Cultural and Sports Park emphasizes human-centered design, focusing on accessibility and merging indoor and outdoor spaces.
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