Re: the April 24 article "Not cool: Tucson 3rd on list of fastest-warming US cities."
Why is it that we continue to use the most heat absorbing materials and coatings on our paved surfaces? BLACK? It could not be worse. The use of more reflective surfaces and materials could really combat the heat island effect. This is something cities can do NOW. Why the delay?
Robert Dahl
Oro Valley
Disclaimer: As submitted to the Arizona Daily Star.
