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2nd International Conference on
Countermeasures to Urban Heat Islands
Recent Publications
Air QualityCooler temperatures reduce air pollution and smog. | High TemperaturesOn warm summer days, a city can be 6-8°F warmer than its surrounding areas. Scientists call these cities "Urban Heat Islands." | Cool RoofsMaking a building reflective reduces the amount of solar heat it absorbs. |
VegetationTrees reduce cooling energy use in buildings by shading them and cooling the air. | Energy UseHigher temperatures increase demand for air conditioning! | Cool PavementsReflective pavements keep parking lots and roads cool. |
![[Heat Island logo]](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/blogger_img_proxy/AEn0k_sRIkhhBcG7c9IaVFU5Ka6JzyV0iANOJXzG0AON8HpPJ8QLoOQelUON9EHrAm0QmPZ3uVJyJ4CqUeC6XEec8u8wh9mI3mzE86x3j1KFnyWG=s0-d) | "Heat Island research is conducted to find, analyze, and implement solutions to the summer warming trends occurring in urban areas, the so-called 'heat island' effect. We currently concentrate on the study and development of more reflective surfaces for roadways and buildings."
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