Heat and dry islands observed over Jakarta, Indonesia, in 2012

Recent population increases in urban areas of Asian countries have extended artificial land cover, increased energy consumption, and caused various problems. Higher air temperatures over urban areas (heat islands) degrade residential environments and affect human health. In Jakarta, the largest city...

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Main Authors: H. Widyasamratri, K. Souma, T. Suetsugi, H. Ishidaira, Y. Ichikawa, H. Kobayashi, I. Inagaki, K. Kakizawa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2014-09-01
Series:Proceedings of the International Association of Hydrological Sciences
Online Access:https://www.proc-iahs.net/364/140/2014/piahs-364-140-2014.pdf