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Microclimate Performance Analysis of Urban Vegetation: Evidence from Hot Humid Middle Eastern Cities.
Sarah Al-Hajri1, Baqer Al-Ramadan1,2, Md Shafiullah3,4
1Architecture & City Design Department, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran 31261, Saudi Arabia.
Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
|February 26, 2025
Summary
Urban vegetation effectively mitigates urban heat islands (UHIs) and enhances livability. Integrating green infrastructure is crucial for sustainable urban design, promoting thermal comfort and environmental resilience in cities.
Area of Science:
- Urban Climatology
- Environmental Science
- Sustainable Urban Development
Background:
- Urban heat islands (UHIs) present significant environmental and well-being challenges in growing urban areas.
- Effective mitigation strategies are essential for environmental sustainability and human comfort.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the role of urban vegetation in mitigating UHI effects and improving microclimates.
- To assess the integration of green infrastructure in urban planning for enhanced livability and sustainability.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing research utilizing spatial analysis and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
- Analysis of municipal initiatives and their impact on urban esthetics and thermal comfort.
Main Results:
- Vegetation metrics show a correlation with reduced surface temperatures, mitigating UHI effects.
- Tree-planting and green infrastructure initiatives positively impact urban livability and esthetics.
- Urban vegetation plans contribute to achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Conclusions:
- Incorporating green infrastructure is vital for mitigating UHIs, improving air quality, and enhancing urban livability.
- A comprehensive ecological approach is needed for urban planning, integrating thermal comfort and resilience.
- The study proposes a framework for sustainable urban design in extreme climates.
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