Researchers have decoded 41,000-years of virus metagenome in an ice core drilled from a Tibetan glacier, expanding known glacier-preserved ancient viruses more than 50x, and showing how the virus communities adapt to warmer and colder climatic periods

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A new study reveals that mosquitoes with impaired smell compensate by detecting human body heat using leg sensors. This adaptation helps them stay efficient in seeking humans.

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Shelters at bus stops intended to provide relief from heat 🌞 can actually result in higher temperatures 🌡️, but this can be mitigated by the presence of shade trees 🌳.

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**Scientists discovered that whales lost a crucial fat-burning gene (ADRB3) 32-34 million years ago. This genetic loss meant whales couldn't burn fat for warmth. Instead, they evolved thick blubber for insulation 🦈❄️ a key adaptation that enabled modern whale diversity 🐋 and survival in cooling oceans.**

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An unexpected ally: Black Mangroves are moving furhter into Louisiana as winters become less cold, but where they become established, they also fortify soil and help slow down marsh erosion.

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Passive cooling technology must become central to climate adaptation to reduce reliance on air conditioning, global review argues

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🏙️ A new global review led by UNSW Sydney's Professor Mat Santamouris argues passive cooling technologies are critical for climate adaptation, urging their integration into building design rather than sole reliance on air conditioning.

💡 Passive cooling strategies like shading, reflective materials, and smart ventilation can reduce indoor temperatures and cut cooling energy demand by up to 80% in hot climates, acting as a first line of defense against heat.

📈 Global electricity consumption for cooling is nearly 10% of total use, with ~10 AC units sold every second, projected to reach 5.6 billion by 2050; passive cooling offers a way to manage this surge and provide access for those without affordable cooling.

#ClimateAdaptation #PassiveCooling #SustainableCities

💧 AI simulations reveal rooftop rainwater systems can significantly cool cities, reducing air conditioning energy demand and the number of heatwave days.

🏙️ A University of Manchester study, using Tokyo as a case study, found strategically spraying buildings with harvested rainwater during hot weather lowered urban temperatures and decreased energy needs.

💡 The timing of sprinkler activation was more impactful than tank size or water volume. Benefits increase during hotter years, making it a promising climate adaptation tool.

☔ This system offers a dual benefit: mitigating extreme heat and reducing urban runoff, acting as a "natural solution to natural challenges."

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