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?

  • HobbitFoot @thelemmy.clubEnglish
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    11 hours ago

    I assume you are looking for passive methods that aren’t air conditioning.

    As others have said, thick walls that have a thermal mass. It helps if you open the building at night to help cool the walls.

    The structure should be as light as possible, both the walls and roof, to reflect back light.

    Windows should have large awnings so direct light doesn’t enter during summer. Everything should be in the shade.

    If you can, you can create a solar chimney by having a large and dark chimney on the south side of your building. Set your building up so that there is a natural air intake which comes from below ground, so you naturally pull in cool air.