Understanding Urban Heat Island Effect

In a recent study published in the Journal of Environmental Science, researchers discovered that urban areas experience a significantly higher temperature than rural areas, a phenomenon known as the urban heat island effect. The study analyzed temperature data from several cities over a period of five years and found that the average temperature in urban locations was consistently 5 degrees Celsius higher than in neighboring rural areas. The researchers attributed this temperature difference to factors such as increased asphalt and concrete surfaces, reduced vegetation, and higher energy consumption within cities.