Essays about: "effects of urbanization"

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1. 1. Modeling the Urban Heat Island in Gothenburg, Sweden: an analysis of the Urban Weather Generator Louise

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

   Author : Louise Lindén; [2023-05-10]
   Keywords : urban climate; urban heat island; Urban Weather Generator; urban planning;

   Abstract : Urban Heat Islands is a well-known phenomenon that has been observed in most cities around the globe. It is a night-time phenomenon occurring on calm and clear nights and is defined as the temperature difference between an urban area and its rural surroundings. READ MORE

3. 2. The Health Dilemma of Urban Densification : A Study on the Health Effects of Urban Densification in Three Swedish Cities

   University essay from Linköpings universitet/Tema teknik och social förändring

   Author : Hugo Runberger; [2023]
   Keywords : Keywords: Urban Densification; Physical health; Mental health; Planners role; Municipal planning.;

   Abstract : In recent years, Sweden has undergone urbanization, with cities growing and the population increasing. At the same time, there is a great shortage of housing and a great need to expand. As Swedish cities grow, densification has been used as a planning ideal and strategy. READ MORE

4. 3. Can urban tree re-inventories inform future species selection? : diameter at breast height as an indicator for tree performance in Malmö municipality’s tree database

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

   Author : Hannah Kit Kraynick Braegelmann; [2023]
   Keywords : DBH; ; diameter at breast height; tree inventories; tree re-inventories; urban forestry; species selection; tree management;

   Abstract : Using the inventory database of trees for Malmö municipality, Sweden, this study explored the potential of using the diameter at breast height (DBH) measurement in re-inventories, as a decision-making tool for species selection and management in urban forests. With the escalating pressures of urbanization and unpredictable climate change effects, there is an urgent need for urban forest managers to possess reliable tools that can facilitate the selection of resilient tree species capable of thriving in diverse and changing urban contexts. READ MORE

5. 4. 3D geospatial data requirements for simulating noise using the Nord2000 model: Case study of the impact of building façade types and roof configurations on simulated traffic noise levels

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för naturgeografi och ekosystemvetenskap

   Author : Soraya Hosseinvash Azari; [2023]
   Keywords : Physical Geography; Ecosystem Analysis; noise simulation; traffic; Nord2000 model; building façade types; roof configurations; geospatial data; 3CIM; SoundPLAN; acoustic properties; urban areas; 3D city model; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

   Abstract : The European Union implements the Environmental Noise Directive (END), which offers a framework for evaluating and assessing environmental noise. All EU members are required to create strategic noise maps to inform the public about noise pollution and its effects. READ MORE

6. 5. Turning Night into Day : Does Skyglow affect Bat Activity and Timing of Emergence?

   University essay from Stockholms universitet/Institutionen för naturgeografi

   Author : Torge Gerwin; [2023]
   Keywords : Skyglow; Bats; Light pollution; Bat activity; Bat emergence; Riparian forest; Landscape composition; Multi-scale landscape; Landscape management; Sweden;

   Abstract : Artificial brightness of the night sky caused by the backscatter of artificial light in the atmosphere is a consequence of ongoing urbanization. Skyglow covers 88 % of Europe’s surface and poses significant threats to biodiversity. Extensive research on responses of bats to direct light pollution already revealed significant impacts. READ MORE