# Could district cooling ease extreme heat in cities?

District cooling systems, which distribute chilled water from a central plant to multiple buildings, are being explored as a way to combat rising urban temperatures. The approach could reduce energy use and relieve pressure on electrical grids during heatwaves. As cities face more frequent extreme heat, this technology offers a potential scalable solution for cooling without relying solely on individual air conditioning.

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### Science
- [New Scientist](https://www.newscientist.com/article/2582252-is-district-cooling-the-solution-we-need-for-extreme-heat-in-cities/?utm_campaign=RSS|NSNS&utm_content=home&utm_medium=RSS&utm_source=NSNS) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:22:32 +0000