The World Bank report warns that extreme urban heat is a rapidly growing threat to health, economies, and infrastructure, ...

The setup and density of urban neighborhoods may be exacerbating the intensity of flood risks in areas already suffering from climate-induced weather extremes, University of California (UC) ...

Urban heat islands increase health risks for older adults in vulnerable populations. Approximately 25% of adults over the age of 50 now reside in urban areas, many of which are classified as “heat ...

As urbanization surges and climate change intensifies, cities worldwide are facing an increasing number of coupled risks. A recent paper published in Engineering offers fresh insights into ...

(The Conversation) – Spend time in a city in summer and you can feel the urban heat rising from the pavement and radiating from buildings. Cities are generally hotter than surrounding rural areas, but ...

As urbanisation accelerates, cities are becoming more vulnerable to floods, heatwaves, and other climate-related risks. A World Bank report released on July 22 estimates that over $2.4 trillion will ...

PORTLAND, Ore. – In the wake of the devastating Palisades and Eaton fires in Los Angeles County last month, concerns about urban wildfire risks have dominated the national news cycle. Portland is no ...

San Francisco’s postcard views and vibrant culture belie a growing undercurrent of risk for its residents. Beyond the gig economy, the city itself, with its unique topography, aging infrastructure, ...

Urban Indians are facing a health crisis. Cardiovascular and respiratory risks are rising. Poor air quality, long commutes, ...