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According to Dallas News, Texas experienced its second-hottest summer in history in 2023. With the effects of climate change, temperatures in Irving have been progressively rising in severity. This creates a great danger: extreme heat and the risk of wildfires. Due to the intensity, outdoor events are consistently restricted within the community. This negatively affects higher-traffic areas, such as zones with local businesses and school events. Furthermore, the high temperatures pose a major hazard to the health of the people of Irving. Serious effects such as stroke, exhaustion, and death are all caused by extreme heat. A practical way to combat the heat is by implementing cooling units (evaporative coolers and fans) powered by an eco-friendly gas system. When considering clean energy sources, I discovered that utilizing hydrogen, a renewable gas, would allow for optimal conservation. Moreover, it would be both cost-effective and environmentally sustainable. Using the powered technology, the cooling units could be strategically placed in school and business zones across Irving for maximum benefit. For further protection, durable bamboo shades could be attached to the units in high-traffic areas. By using biodegradable resources like bamboo, the effects of deterioration over time are significantly less impactful to the environment.