Where the Hottest Blocks in Your City Are — And How To Cool Them Down

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By Kea WilsonApr 15, 2026, 12:32 am129 ptsTrending
A breakthrough new tool will help cities pinpoint their hottest streets during heat waves and find ways to cool them down — and hopefully, keep people walking, biking, and waiting for the bus even on the most sweltering days. Last month, the World Resources Institute Center for Sustainable Cities launched an…

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