Urbanization Makes the Surrounding Atmosphere Drier
Researchers in southern China have analyzed the impact of urbanization on local climates, known as the urban dry island (UDI) effects.
Can Painting City Streets Reduce the Urban Heat Island Effect?
The City of Los Angeles is experimenting with lowering the urban heat island effect by painting its streets a lighter color.
Vegetation Helps to Lessen the Effects of Urban Heat Islands
The abundance, or lack, of vegetation in a city can have an effect on how much heat cities retain, known as the urban heat island effect.
The Urban Heat Island Effect is Triggering Larger and More Spiders
Researchers in Australia have found that the urban heat island effect results in larger and more abundant spiders.