Downtown Engineers notes that researchers found that shading half of Phoenix streets with trees could cut deaths by 27%, while cool roofs alone could cut deaths by 66%
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“Researchers found that if Phoenix shaded half its streets with trees, 27% fewer people would die during a blackout. Cool roofs alone could cut deaths by 66%”
— Ray Ramos PE, CPHD, CEM|Downtown Engineers team
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Downtown Engineers
Practical MEP engineering for architects, developers and complex projects.
- Industry
- Engineering Services
- Location
- New York, US
- Company size
- 23 employees
Downtown Engineers is a New York City MEP consulting firm delivering mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, BIM and sustainability services across the city's most complex building typologies. We partner with architects, developers and national brands across residential, commercial, hospitality, healthcare, retail, franchise, mixed-use and beyond. From permit to occupancy, grounded in technical precision and code fluency. 300+ projects. 3M+ square feet. Built for New York's pace, designed for every scale. Reach out, we welcome the conversation.
Founded 2023