The article examines how the current unsustainable urban model is jeopardizing the ecological and cultural future of Northeast India.

After Rock Island City Council members approved a first reading of the Urban Agriculture Ordinance and received feedback from the community, staff have recommended eliminating the restriction on ...

Extreme heat is accelerating across the globe, emerging as one of the deadliest climate risks. But nowhere is it more acute than in cities. Urban areas absorb and retain heat through dense ...

Abstract: Rapid urbanization worldwide has exacerbated the urban heat island (UHI) effect. Although studies on UHI effect have already become a hotspot, high-precision UHI investigations in cold ...

Targeted tree planting as an extreme heat solution continues in the Las Vegas Valley with another opportunity to snag a tree on the local government’s dime. To celebrate Arbor Day on Monday, Clark ...

When exposed to heat, the body activates several physiological mechanisms to maintain thermal homeostasis. However, these natural defenses are often overwhelmed in our modern cities. In an urban ...

Though summer is technically over, many people are still battling high temperatures, especially in southern urban areas. Now, the city of Louisville, Kentucky, is working on a potential solution to ...

Have you heard the tale of the ghost of Maine's Wood Island Lighthouse? Beware! This urban legend is not for the faint of heart. 9 Surprising Firsts That Maine Can Proudly Claim I’ve forever been ...

Abstract: In modern cities, Urban Heat Islands (UHI) present a major challenge for sustainable development and environmental management. This phenomenon, characterized by a significant temperature ...