How roof paint is helping vulnerable groups beat dangerous heat in South Africa and Ghana
A University of Cape Town-led project is testing heat-reflective roof paint to cool homes and protect the health of low-income...READ MORE→
Innovative paint cools sweltering shacks in Cape Town’s biggest township
Coating used on chicken coops promises to slash indoor temperatures and help millions of people get a good night’s sleep...READ MORE→
UCT project addresses heat risks in vulnerable communities
The University of Cape Town (UCT)-based research project, Heat Adaptation Benefits for Vulnerable groups In Africa (HABVIA), recently participated in...READ MORE→
Heat Adaptation Benefits for Vulnerable groups In Africa (HABVIA)
A study protocol for a controlled clinical heat adaptation trialMichaela Deglon1,2*, Chad Africa2 , Larske Marit Soepnel2,3, Thandi Kapwata4 ,...READ MORE→
HABVIA Completes Roof Painting Initiative
As part of our ongoing research, HABVIA recently completed a roof-painting project in Ghana and South Africa to test how...READ MORE→
HABVIA at the HeatNexus Convening
HABVIA participated in the recent HeatNexus convening, where we shared insights from our work on heat adaptation interventions. This collaboration...READ MORE→