Uploaded on 2018-02-24 by Akshita

1. Check the temperature differences in US cities - The temperature in the cities are much more than the rural areas. the maximum hot days in any place is about 22days. 2. Which are the main UHI effects that you can identify in your area? - Due to the growing population there is increase in the requirements. There is more traffic congestion resulting more vehicles to be on road. No proper spacing for adjacent buildings.. 3. Which are the measures you would propose? - Giving access to public transport and pooling of transportation. Providing green pockets for the building and surroundings. Plant more vegetation and giving greater scope to landscaping. Painting the Building roof with light colours so the sun rays will reflect back to the atmosphere since dark coloured pavement or surface absorbs more heat energy like Concrete and asphalt. 4. Is UHI effect concerning policy making in your area? - The policy is making sure that,in IT areas there is enough green spaces since they directly affect the health of the people working and also result in the productivity of work. The travelling is also minimized from the residence to the work place.