Rooftop Surface Temperature Analysis in an Urban Residential Environment

The urban heat island (UHI) phenomenon is a significant worldwide problem caused by rapid population growth and associated urbanization. The UHI effect exacerbates heat waves during the summer, increases energy and water consumption, and causes the high risk of heat-related morbidity and mortality....

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Qunshan Zhao, Soe W. Myint, Elizabeth A. Wentz, Chao Fan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-09-01
Series:Remote Sensing
Subjects:
UHI
GIS
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-4292/7/9/12135