Urban heat

It is an open-source data platform to help cities better understand and respond to urban heat risks. The platform provides city officials with access to globally available, high-resolution data to assess heat exposure at a hyperlocal level

Urban parks are often seen as natural refuges from summer heat, but Concordia research shows that, depending on the time of day, the way trees are arranged within parks can influence whether those spaces cool people down or trap heat.

This systematic scoping review defines a theoretical framework (considering vulnerability factors, adaptation options, engagement levels and community stances) to examine challenges in addressing heat stress through community engagement.

UHIs develop when buildings, roads, and other infrastructure made of materials such as steel, stone, and concrete absorb heat from the sun during the day and then release it back into the atmosphere in the afternoon and evening.

UC Irvine study finds those in underserved communities can reach burn-risk temps.

A simple patch of greenery in a city may seem like a blip in the concrete jungle, but it’s an extremely powerful way to solve a bunch of problems at once.

This study aims to provide an operational basis for urban planning and investment decisions by quantifying heat-induced health burdens across Bangkok’s 50 amphurs (districts) and the associated citywide economic costs.

This Technical Note aims to help readers plan a heat risk assessment and identify policies and investments to address the identified risks. Section 1 presents key considerations for planning a heat risk assessment.