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In hot climate zones, shade building surface with vegetation for passive cooling.

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A Practical Guide to Climate-resilient Buildings & Communities

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United Nations Environment Programme

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UNEP

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Guidance document from the UN environment programme on climate-resilient buildings and communities practices, including guidance on heat waves, drought, hurricanes, and flooding.

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