Stifling heat and sticky air often make summertime in the city uncomfortable. Due to the heat island effect, urban areas are ...

Stifling heat and sticky air often make summertime in the city uncomfortable. Due to the heat island effect, urban areas are significantly warmer than nearby rural areas, even at night. This, combined ...

Urban soils are essential to building sustainable cities — from supporting green infrastructure and food production to ...

A new study published on Thursday in the journal Nature Cities mapped the scale of this slow-motion crisis across the country ...

Trees, parks, wetlands and green roofs can no longer be seen as a "nice-to-have" aesthetic enhancement but a vital component ...

Whether in Miami, Athens, or Santiago, dedicated ambassadors are stepping up to tackle extreme urban heat around the world.

Discover how cities worldwide are adapting architecture to combat climate change, from regulations to innovative designs.

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The study shows that increasing urban tree cover and adding bioswales can reduce heat by over 60% and flooding by nearly 60%.