Cooling Consultations
Contact Nicole Parks at nparks@watershedmg.org
Do you have a space that retains or reflects too much heat? Hire us for a consultation and a WMG staff member will come out, identify hot zones in your area and provide you with a plan to address those hot spots using the natural evaporative cooling power of plants!
Why use plants, instead of a shade structure?
Due to the heat island effect, Tucson has increased in tempreature by 7 degrees and in combination with climate change has increased by 12 degrees compared to historic tempratures. A big part of that is the retention heat caused by concrete and other man made materials that release the heat once the sun has gone down. A rain garden, with mulched ground in conjunction with plants that transpire allows for spaces to be dramatically cooler. Plus you get the added benefit of creating habitat for birds and other wildlife, and mental/physical wellness as these spaces are quieter, cooler and are aesthetically beautiful.
What we offer:
| Services | On-site Visit |
Onsite Visit + Plan |
Onsite Visit + Workshop* |
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Heat Assesment |
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Resource Map |
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Recomendation Plan |
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Educational Workshop |
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Estimated Cost |
contact for more details | contact for more details | contact for more details |
*Community Spaces Only i.e. Schools, Churches and HOA's*
