Urban Heat Islands Threaten City Dwellers, Demand Urgent Green Infrastructure Solutions
The study aimed to understand how urban structures affect heat in cities like Karlsruhe. By using models based on different data, researchers predicted where the city's hot and cold spots are. They found that more planning is needed to manage heat in the city. The models can help with decision-making for things like climate resilience, health, tourism, and urban design. The models may also be useful for other cities facing similar heat challenges.