Quantifies the temperature-reducing benefits of urban greenery, crucial for creating cooler, more livable cities.
availability
On Demand
Now
indicator tier
Diamond
unit
spatial resolution
measurement frequency
measurement level
historic data availability
Forescast data availability
applicable crop types
All
applicable land type
Grassland
Conservation
Cropland
Forestry
compliance frameworks
description
Measures the effectiveness of vegetation, such as trees and green spaces, in providing shade and lowering local temperatures. This is crucial for mitigating the urban heat island effect, reducing energy costs for cooling buildings, and enhancing human comfort and well-being in urban environments. Increasing cooling and shade contributes to creating more resilient and livable cities, especially in the face of rising global temperatures.
