UNESCO on Wednesday added the techniques used by zinc roof restorers on Parisian buildings since the 19th century to its intangible cultural heritage list. Today, these skilled workers are adapting their trade to account for the impact of climate change on the City of Light and hope the newfound status will attract more young people to the trade.
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