Africa warms at twice the global average, and excessive heat can bring health problems. A simple solution is showing great effect: a coat of heat-reflective white paint on a rooftop can lower indoor temperatures enough to protect sleep and reduce the risk of serious illness. A trial across four communities in South Africa and Ghana is already showing residents feeling cooler — with full health results on the way.
(c) Ron Lach

De la peinture sur un toit suffit à protéger la santé de familles africaines

THE GUARDIAN

L’Afrique se réchauffe deux fois plus vite que la moyenne mondiale, mais une couche de peinture réfléchissante sur le toit — à environ 100 livres par logement — abaisse suffisamment la température intérieure pour améliorer le sommeil et protéger la santé. Dans quatre communautés d’Afrique du Sud et du Ghana, les habitants rapportent déjà moins de chaleur et plus de confort.

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