REFLECT

Global Reach, Local Impact

Our research spans several climate-vulnerable regions across Africa, Latin America, and Oceania. Each study site faces unique environmental challenges, and our goal is to find scalable solutions that can help these communities adapt to extreme heat through cool roofs. 

Click on each location to learn more about the regions where we are conducting the REFLECT study and the unique conditions of each site.

Global Reach,  Local Impact

Our research spans several climate-vulnerable regions across Africa, Latin America, and Oceania. Each study site faces unique environmental challenges, and our goal is to find scalable solutions that can help these communities adapt to extreme heat through cool roofs. 

Tap on each location to learn more about the regions where we are conducting the REFLECT study and the unique conditions of each site.

NIUE AHMEDABAD OUAGADOUGOU HERMOSILLO

From Local Impact to Global Change

The insights we gather from each of our study sites are part of a larger mission to address the critical issue of climate adaptation. Hear from the lead investigators as they share the importance of the REFLECT study and its impact on communities facing extreme heat.

Climate change is a defining issue of our time

Extreme heat is leading to death and illness around the world. Our research can provide policy makers and donors with evidence for scaling global cool roof application to combat extreme heat exposure and save lives.

Dr Aditi Bunker

Project Lead and Co-lead Investigator

From Local Impact to Global Change

Giving vulnerable communities the tools to adapt to climate change

The impacts of climate change are already being felt by vulnerable communities around the world. Exposure to extreme heat can increase the risk of various diseases, including heat stress, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and stroke. As many LMICs already grapple with rising rates of non-communicable diseases, it is especially critical to find solutions to address heat-related impacts on health.

Sir Collin Tukuitonga

Primary Investigator

From Local Impact to Global Change

Climate change is a defining issue of our time

As a consortium, we strive to better protect vulnerable populations from the detrimental effects of extreme heat due to climate change. We aim to showcase the potential of large-scale trials to evaluate novel climate change adaptation interventions and provide evidence for policymakers to make informed decisions regarding climate change adaptation investments.