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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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Copernicus Publications
2014-09-01
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Series: | Proceedings of the International Association of Hydrological Sciences |
Online Access: | https://www.proc-iahs.net/364/140/2014/piahs-364-140-2014.pdf |