Uploaded on 2017-03-13 by Elizabeth Dominguez

- Which are the main UHI effects that you can identify in your area? Higher air temperatures in the urban environment. Lower velocity winds Greater ambient humidity - Which are the measures you would propose? Ceilings and floors with high reflectance surfaces. Sustainable urban planning with architectural designs that generate shady spaces as prevention of thermal stress by heat in man, for example arcades and galleries. Increase and optimization of green areas. Installation of green roofs and facades. Permeable pavements. Regulate vehicle use. - Is UHI effect concerning policy making in your area? I don`t know of policies in my community that are planned to reduce the UHI effect.