Urban Heat Islands and the Need for Climate-Smart Buildings in Indian Cities

Ltd Summers in Indian cities feel harsher than they used to.

Climate-smart buildings, designed to work with local weather rather than against it, offer one of the most practical ways to bring that heat down.

Many people assume the heat problem exists only outdoors, but poorly designed buildings trap heat indoors too.

Air-conditioning remains important during extreme heat, but it works more efficiently in buildings designed to limit heat gain.

The Mindset Shift The transition towards climate-smart cities will require collaboration.