Ancient Civilizations Used These Simple Measures to Cool Cities Down -- Why Can't We Do the Same?

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4. Wind towers were used in the middle east

Traditional wind towers provided passive cooling in the Middle East and looked good, too. Traditional architecture in hot climates provides air circulation, shade, and often water features. Contrast that to the American south where you’ll often see a mobile home situated without any shade whatsoever—unlivable without air conditioning.