Financial Times: Europe should learn from Dubai
As Europe faces increasing waves of record-breaking heat, Gulf cities—which have gained extensive expertise in managing high temperatures—are shifting toward becoming providers of advanced urban cooling technologies. Gulf solutions rely on centralized cooling networks, reflective rooftops, smart urban design, and evaporative systems, all aimed at reducing energy consumption and enhancing cooling efficiency. Experts anticipate that these technologies, successfully implemented in cities like Dubai, could cut local temperatures by up to five degrees Celsius and reduce cooling needs by as much as 80%. Despite challenges related to energy use and costs, Europe is moving toward adopting parts of these solutions—particularly in new developments—to benefit from Gulf expertise in confronting rising temperatures on a global scale.
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