Effect of surface albedo of urban fabrics on urban climate in tropical area
With urbanization, the original rural landscapes have been replaced by artificial infrastructures, which decrease the effective albedo in urban areas. In addition, human activities produce heat in cities. The resulting urban heat island (UHI) effect can be harmful to urban residents. In tropical reg...
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| Format: | Thesis-Doctor of Philosophy |
| Language: | English |
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Nanyang Technological University
2023
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| Online Access: | https://hdl.handle.net/10356/171384 |