This conversation dives into the growing issue of urban heat in India, a challenge that cities across the country are increasingly facing. Anand Sharma discusses how rapid urbanization and climate change are contributing to rising temperatures in metropolitan areas, making cities hotter and less livable. The conversation also highlights some urban cooling techniques aimed at mitigating the impact of heat islands.
Down to Earth is Science and Environment fortnightly published by the Society for Environmental Communication, New Delhi. We publish news and analysis on issues that deal with sustainable development, which we scan through the eyes of science and environment.