A Massachusetts city keeps cool in a hotter climate
A single block in Chelsea, Mass., may offer a template for cities looking at what works — or doesn't — to cope with longer, hotter summers because of the warming climate.
Source: wbur.org
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The WBUR Read-In: Heat Waves
WBUR arts and culture fellow Lauren Williams recommends three books that use heat as a literary device.
Source: wbur.org
In Chelsea, cooling an urban heat island one block at a time
An intensive effort is underway to lower temperatures on one of the hottest blocks in Massachusetts. The Cool Block pilot includes 47 new trees. Dark pavement will become gray or white. Local environmentalists and the city aim to install a white roof on the largest building and turn a vacant lot into a park.
Source: wbur.org
Commentary: New Petaluma program offers chance to do something about climate change
Monthly Argus-Courier column meant to highlight ways residents can get involved in climate fight.
Source: petaluma360.com
Community briefs: Library book sale, school security camera meetings and Cool Blocks is extended
This week in community briefs, a library book sale is scheduled for next week, Mountain View Whisman is hosting meetings about installing school security cameras and the Cool Blocks program has been extended.
Source: mv-voice.com