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Phoenix's asphalt gets up to 170 degrees - cool it by 40 degrees
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The world is finding short term fixes to our broiling asphalt seas - high tech paint.

From article 1: "Pavement accounts for 35-50% of the surfaces in city, according to the Berkeley Lab. Since city dwellers spend much more time on sidewalks than they do on roofs, paler pavement would be an improvement they could immediately appreciate."

Let's get painting, Phoenix!

More Info:
High-Tech Paint Keeps Parking Lots 40 Degrees Cooler
Phoenix's Emerald-Colored 'Cool Pavement' Will Reduce Ground Heat by 30 Degrees
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Idea Collaboration by  MindMixer