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When the island boils: Heat, everyday life and what we really need

Long-term urban planning for Mallorca’s hotter summers

Exploring long-term strategies for Mallorca, including trees, shading, insulation, and home retrofit support.

Published: June 27, 2026
When the island boils: Heat, everyday life and what we really need

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What long-term urban planning changes could Mallorca implement to cope with hotter summers?

Long-term changes could include more street trees, reducing paving where possible, better insulation and passive cooling in new buildings, and subsidies to help older residents make homes more heat-resistant.

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