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Researchers, led by Associate Professor Sir Collin Tukuitonga of The University of Auckland and Dr. Aditi Bunker, are testing "cool roofs" in Niue, Mexico, India, and Burkina Faso to combat heat-related health issues. This initiative, supported with £17.5 million (NZ$36.6 million) from Wellcome, applies reflective coatings to rooftops to lower indoor temperatures and de...

This article previews an imminent trial in Niue, Mexico, India, and Burkina Faso investigating 'cool roofs.' Led by the University of Auckland and supported by Wellcome's funding, the study explores cost-effective solutions to reduce indoor heat.

Wellcome's £17.5M supports nine global projects in 11 countries countering heat-related health risks amid rising temperatures and an imminent El Niño. The initiatives, including cool-roof coatings and behavioral adaptations, aim to mitigate health impacts and disease spread.

This study examines how housing design and occupant behavior impact health and carbon emissions in New Zealand. Experts emphasise optimising house design for energy efficiency and health, focusing on insulation and ventilation. The research underscores the crucial role of housing design and occupant behavior in promoting effective public health interventions.