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Title of Project
Canopy Layer UHI Mitigation
Strategies For Hotspots Of
Hyderabad Using Local
Climate Zones (LCZs)
Approach (TUR_24_01)
Duration of the TUR Project
8 months max.
Starting Date
06/12/2024
Ending Date
05/08/2025
Principal Investigator
Dr. Faiz Ahmed C
Assistant Professor SPA Vijayawada + Team
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Canopy Layer UHI Mitigation Strategies For Hotspots Of Hyderabad Using Local Climate Zones (LCZs) Approach

Bar chart showing temperature differences across local climate zones Thermal heat map overlay of Hyderabad city highlighting peak temperature zones
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Global warming is a critical challenge for humanity in the coming decades, while rapid urbanization exacerbates Urban Heat Islands (UHI). Rising temperatures and the UHI effect led to increased extreme weather events such as heatwaves, especially in core cities. In this context, climate-responsive urban planning and design strategies have gained traction globally. The need for developing Canopy Layer UHI mitigation strategies in Hyderabad also arises from the city's rapid urbanization, which has led to significant temperature increases in specific areas, intensifying the effect. This phenomenon impacts public health, increases energy consumption, and challenges urban sustainability. By using the Local Climate Zones (LCZs) approach and mapping indices such as NDVI, NDWI, NDBI, and LST, the research identifies hotspots and assesses the impact of urban development on temperature variations. Tools like ENVI-met and Urban Weather Generator (UWG), Cliamtestudio will be used to process the data obtained through field measurements and modified weather files of the identified hotspots. Analyzing these relationships facilitates the creation of targeted zoning regulations and developing practical solutions for mitigating heat effects, thereby enhancing climate resilience and improving living conditions in Hyderabad.
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Benefits

Evolving a Canopy Layer UHI Mitigation Strategies For Hotspots Of Hyderabad (Using Local Climate Zones LCZs) shall accomplish the following -

  • Strategic Urban Planning: Optimizing land use and infrastructure development.
  • Mitigating Urban Heat Islands: Implementing targeted interventions for thermal comfort and energy efficiency.
  • Improving Environmental Quality: Enhancing green spaces and reducing pollution.
  • Policy Development: Formulating zoning regulations for sustainable urban growth.
  • Climate Resilience: Strengthening infrastructure against climate impacts.
  • This initiative ensures sustainable development and enhances urban livability, aligning with city corporations' goals for effective governance and community well-being.
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