2024
Yes
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.175104
Sanz-Mas, Marta
Europe
Experimental
Observational
Students
Staff
Middle/Jr High (6-8)
Temperature
Humidity
Cognative function
Stress/Anxiety
Other
Climate change adaptation
Passive cooling strategies
Children
School
Thermal comfort
Mixed methods
This quasi-experimental study evaluated passive cooling in 11 Barcelona middle schools using surveys, photovoice, and interviews. Improvements in comfort, air quality, and concentration support broader adoption of passive cooling strategies in schools.