Mixed landscapes are the best way to adapt to climate change and mitigate the heat island effect in semi-arid regions — ScienceDaily
In cities, humans replace the natural ground cover with roofs, pavement and other artificial materials that are impervious to water. These surfaces significantly change how the land absorbs and releases energy and cause the urban heat island effect, a phenomenon where developed areas get hotter than nearby rural areas. As climate change pushes many cities […]
