It is currently summer in India.

Are there any behavioural or infra modifications that would help handle the increased heat?
I have read about how white roofs would reduce heat absorption and energy needed for cooling
Are there other things like that? Especially ones that regular people can try? The other type(policy decision type) are ok too tho. Would be good to know them.

Also, are there any communities that would have discussions on such topics? Like a TIL or DIY community where people talked about general issues and solutions.
Is it this community?

  • mybuttnolie@sopuli.xyz
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    6 days ago

    I live in one of the coldest places and most of us don’t have air conditioners, but in recent years summers have been uncomfortably warm. I got myself a cheap portable AC and I keep one room cool, it only uses 400W so it barely affects the electric bill. Wet underwear and ice cream help too. I have a small fan with a battery when I need to be in the kitchen.