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NSW Proposes 'Heat-Safe Rentals' Amid Extreme Temperatures
An advisory body in New South Wales, Australia, has proposed the introduction of 'heat-safe rentals' and stronger safety rules for outdoor workers to combat extreme heat.
Proposed Heat-Safe Rentals and Worker Safety Rules
The New South Wales (NSW) climate policy advisory body has put forward new measures to address extreme temperatures. These proposals include the implementation of heat-safe rental properties and more stringent workplace safety regulations for outdoor workers during scorching hot days, as reported by AAP.
Policy Efforts to Combat Climate Change
These proposals are seen as part of efforts to protect residents from increasingly frequent heatwaves caused by climate change, and to ensure the safety of vulnerable populations. The NSW government is expected to review these recommendations to determine if they will be adopted as official policy.
*Source: The Guardian World (2026-04-21)*
