| Buildings constructed under a once-typical climate are buckling under new global warming scenarios: More severe heat waves are degrading roofs and straining HVAC systems, while commonly used asphalt shingles warp and steel rails kink under wild temperature swings. Transportation authorities are also noting more potholes and road degradation, with repair and maintenance costs rising fast. Investments into building retrofits and clean energy technologies may make a dent in mitigating these problems, but they're far from comprehensive, reports contributor Patrick Sisson. Today on CityLab: Climate Change Is Killing Buildings in Slow Motion — Brentin Mock How Kyiv Became a Leader in Digital Services Amid Wartime Strain
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