The trees of Miami’s future
New research indicates that to keep Miami’s tree canopy resilient, tropical species may be the best option.
Tag: urban heat island effect
Study reveals limits of using land surface temperature to explain heat hazards in Miami-Dade County
The findings underscore the importance of ensuring heat mitigation efforts are informed by the most accurate data.
Heat risk isn’t just about the highs: Large daily temperature swings can harm human health
We mapped temperature variations at the neighborhood scale to show where they are highest and who is most affected.
Ancient Rome had ways to counter the urban heat island effect – how history’s lessons apply to cities today
Civilizations have recognized the power of cities to heat themselves up and cool themselves for centuries.
Miami’s gentrification shows impact of climate injustice
An influx of wealthy residents is migrating to high inland areas like Little Haiti to evade rising sea levels.
High-tech textiles can protect workers from the heat — but not from their bosses
As the planet warms, laborers need special clothes to cope — but they also need government protections.
UF study sheds light on challenges and recommendations of managing urban trees and storms
While trees may pose a threat during storms, they provide vital benefits such as buffering winds and reducing stormwater runoff.
Study: Urban heat island effect boosts temperatures for millions in Florida, across US
The urban heat island effect amplifies temperatures due to the built environment absorbing more heat than natural landscapes.
Dangerous heat grips the US for another record-shattering summer
About 140 million Americans were under National Weather Service extreme heat advisories, watches and warnings Wednesday.
Orlando’s future must be walkable
Policies that create comprehensive train, bus and bike networks also help fight against and prepare for change's impacts.