Uploaded on 2018-09-18 by HARITA SALVI

1.Check the temperature differences in US cities. The variations in temperatures are clearly seen. The temperature in the cities are more than the temperatures in the rural areas. The maximum single-day temperature difference observed in last 10 years in US was 17.5°F. 2. Which are the main UHI effects that you can identify in your area. MUMBAI has min temp ranging from 15- 25 degree centigrade in winters and max 30- 40 degree centigrade in summers. The temperature in the city is 5 - 10 degree higher than the temperature in rural areas in both the seasons. As the population is increasing, the built-up area, Vehicles, factories also is increasing which is further leading to the heating effect. 3. Which are the measures you would propose? plantation near transportation corridors, sustainable architecture, rooftop gardens and vertical gardens parks and gardens rain water harvesting 4. Is UHI effect concerning policy making in your area? There are little efforts been made in the city in regards to UHI by the government. trees in sidewalks area