New research confirms that if not managed properly, trees aren’t as effective in combatting heat during heatwaves as may be thought.
Tag: urban-heat
Human-mimicking robot measures urban heat in Capital
A robot that simulates how humans experience heat is measuring outdoor conditions in locations across Canberra’s City Centre.
Urban heat toolkit released for council planners
The Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (WSROC) has developed the state’s first set of guidelines on planning for urban heat.
Shade mapping tool helps pedestrians dodge heat
A new tool is helping residents in the City of Bendigo seek out shadier routes and avoid the heat.