Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and intense due to climate change, and cities are particularly vulnerable due to the 𝐔𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 (𝐔𝐇𝐈), where urban areas become significantly hotter than their rural surroundings. 🌡️
To combat this, we need to not only rapidly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but increase our cities' resilience.
This can be done by implementing green and blue infrastructures, such as planting more trees, promoting green walls and water in public areas, or retrofitting and buildings. These approaches can create more inclusive, fair and resilient cities! 🌳💧
Read more in the latest EU Science, Research and Innovation report 🔽
https://europa.eu/!6TkrTJ
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