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May 24, 2024 · The impact of the calamitous rains that struck East Africa from March to May was intensified by a mix of human-caused climate change and rapid growth of urban areas, an international team of climate scientists said in a study published Friday.
May 15, 2024 · Despite being considered a sign of societal advancement, the ongoing unplanned and rapid urbanization—mostly in the developing world—has posed a substantial threat to the natural environment and...
May 29, 2024 · The fast urbanization of the AMC changes the urban environment and speeds up the high surface temperature increase over time. Using NDVI, NDWI, and NDBI to analyze the changing scenario of plant cover and built-up areas, this study aims to estimate the evolution of post-monsoonal surface temperature of AMC during the periods.
May 11, 2024 · Our analyses provide notable evidence to urban planners and policymakers for prioritizing measures in sustainable urban development, particularly for countries experiencing rapid urbanization.
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May 29, 2024 · In addition to the negative effects of climate change, excessive and incorrect urbanization can increase the effects of natural hazards, particularly floods. Urbanization typically involves a rapid reduction in pervious areas, leading to urban flooding.
May 30, 2024 · Globally, future urban area expansion is expected to cause significant food production losses, reduce biodiversity, and increase land-use change emissions, jeopardizing human livelihoods and the...
May 13, 2024 · In recent years, with rapid urbanization, the global landscape of science and technology, industry, energy, and finance has undergone profound changes. Concurrently, emergencies or sudden...
