Uploaded on 2018-01-10 by Nishith Reddy

Q. Check the temperature differences in US cities. Ans. The variations in temperatures are clearly observed. The temperature in the cities is a bit more than the temperatures in the rural areas due to the heat island effect. Q. Which are the main UHI effects that you can identify in your area. Ans: The temperature in Hyderabad is usually around 26 - 30-degree centigrade. Due to the UHI effect, the temperature in the city is 3 - 6 degree higher than the temperature in rural areas. The city has experienced a population growth from 1.79 million in the 1970s to 7.74 million in 2011. As the population is increasing, the built-up area also is increasing which is further leading to the heating effect. Q. Which are the measures you would propose? Ans: The measures I would propose are improving public transportation, promoting green architecture, rooftop gardens, reserving space for landscape in the city and build parks and gardens. Q. Is UHI effect concerning policy making in your area? Ans: Policies that are focused to reduce the UHI effect in Hyderabad are: 1. The government is promoting cool roofs to protect the citizens from heat: The authorities are painting the roofs