Communal Living Spaces Thrive During Summer Heatwave
In recent years, many cities have reported heat records during the summer, with temperatures soaring significantly higher than rural areas. This phenomenon, known as the urban heat island effect, is a result of large areas of sealed surfaces absorbing sunlight and heating up the surroundings.
For larger municipalities, this temperature difference between city and countryside can be substantial, reaching up to ten degrees Celsius. In contrast, rural areas offer a much cooler environment compared to cities.
The urban heat island effect poses a challenge for these cities, as it contributes to the overall warming of their surroundings. However, there are solutions to combat this issue. Urban planning measures such as planting more trees, reducing sealed surfaces, expanding bicycle lanes, developing sustainable neighborhoods with energy-efficient buildings (e.g., passive houses with solar panels), promoting public transport, and creating green spaces that improve biodiversity and urban climate adaptation can help mitigate the effects of the urban heat island.
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By taking action to combat the urban heat island effect, we can work towards creating more sustainable and livable cities for all.
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