In neighborhoods where tall buildings are banned, we need to plant more trees, which block the sun and cool the air. Few ...

A material that’s been around since people built shelters—wood—is increasingly being proposed for low- and mid-rise buildings. As an economist who studies forestry and natural resources, I ...

High-rise forests, also known as vertical forests, are turning that into reality. These leafy buildings aren’t just a green gimmick—they’re starting to reshape how cities function and feel. From ...

Buildings coated in a cement-based paint that “sweats” could help keep communities cool during the hottest days of the year. The substance is known as CCP-30, and its creators say initial ...

Due to the ongoing impact of the strongest heatwave since the beginning of 2025, a high-temperature orange alert was issued in Yuncheng, Shanxi, on July 5, with temperatures reaching up to 39°C. To ...

Miami’s barrier islands are home to many tall luxury buildings, and, according to a study recently published in Earth and Space Science, about three dozen are sinking. Thirty-five luxury condos ...