What are some approaches planners and developers are using


As cities grow in size, concerns associated with urban heat islands are intensifying.

a) Why does the amount of radiation (heat) vary among difference surfaces? Provide a couple general examples.

b) Calculations of net radiation can provide insight of the amount of energy that various types of surfaces contribute to heat islands. Using the following formulas and temperatures (recorded over different surface types) calculate net radiation over grass, water and road.

c) What are some approaches planners and developers are using to reduce effects of urban heat islands?

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