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Alternative to Air-conditions? (lemmus.org)

submitted 4 days ago by turip@lemmus.org to c/solarpunk@slrpnk.net

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I am completly opposed to Air-conditions propagandized as a solution to climate change. What is the wright approach to combating this state of temporary relief except from old-fashioned fans? Don't get me wrong. They do the job for me. I am reffering to finding a solution for people more with health issues or large facilities that are in need of something more drastic.

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[–] late_pessimistic@slrpnk.net 4 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Urban planning wise: I think ivy walls, or other greenery covering residential buildings.

For reference, you might want to look up Bosco Verticale in Italy, or lush green roofs in Norway.

I know this isn't a catch-all solution, but it could help mitigate climate crisis impact in addition to other options people offered here.

[–] SreudianFlip@sh.itjust.works 2 points 18 hours ago* (last edited 18 hours ago)

We grow a grape vine on the south wall, over a large window, using a set of stand-off cables. Warmth and light in the winter and green shade in the summer.

We are growing it for the foliage, but the delicious table grapes are a nice bonus.