Green Landscape Design: Reducing the Urban Heat Island Effect
2.00 Hrs
SKU: RV-11345AW
As the earth’s average temperature increases, cities, which are often significantly warmer than the surrounding landscapes (the urban heat island effect), will be faced with higher energy needs, increased pollution and degradation of air quality. The world is becoming more and more urban – it is estimated that within 50 years 80% of the world’s population will live in urban areas. This interactive online course will address how we can mitigate the heat island effect so our urban cities remain healthy, economically viable places to live.
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Course Details
Learning Objectives
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Discuss the adverse effect of higher temperatures on our health, environment and energy consumption
- Describe the typical differences in summer temperatures between rural farmland, commercial complexes, downtown urban areas, suburban residential areas and parks
- Define the term heat island, what causes it, and when they form
- Discuss strategies and technologies that can be used to decrease the heat island effect
- List the benefits of cool roofs and pavements to individual buildings, pavements, health, electricity demand, air quality and potential benefits globally
Specs
Course Level
Fundamental
Languages
English
Compatibility
Audio, WebCast, MobileReady
