Monday, 23 July 2018

Cold wave reveals potential benefits of urban heat islands

Researchers have found that the urban heat island effect – cities are hotter in the summer than their surrounding areas – also helps keep cities warmer during extreme cold. The findings have implications for urban planners in areas such as New York City or Chicago, which experience marked seasonal temperature swings.

from Engineering and Construction News – ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/07/180723143002.htm



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