The Gulf States are striving to diversify their economies beyond oil by focusing on tourism, finance, and technology. Yet, extreme heat challenges these ambitions, impacting worker safety, energy demands, and construction schedules. Innovations in smart cities, green spaces, and solar technology aim to mitigate these issues.
This article discusses the rising temperatures in California due to climate change and the urgent need for state laws to address the inadequacies in home cooling systems to protect residents from extreme heat.