Precious Nkwuzor
Research Mentor(s): Allison Steiner
Mentor Department: Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering
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Session: Session 1 (9:00am – 9:50am)
Presentation Type: Poster 39
Abstract
Urban heat islands (UHIs) add serious heat-related risks in cities, especially impacting lower-income communities. This research examines correlations between UHI intensity and socioeconomic factors, focusing on how impoverished areas experience heightened temperatures compared to wealthier regions. By using high-resolution ECOSTRESS data, we’re able to look closely at how extreme heat affects low-income neighborhoods compared to their wealthier counterparts. Early results suggest that these neighborhoods face more intense heat, likely due to less green space and more heat-retaining surfaces. This work aims to support urban planning efforts to reduce these risks and improve conditions for the communities most affected by urban heat.
