Effects of cloud and tree shading on surface temperature of different pavement materials for urban sidewalks

T Liu, P Xu, T Zhang, Y Shen, Y Tao, F Qi… - International Journal of …, 2024 - Springer
The surface color and materials of sidewalk pavements exhibit different albedo
characteristics, leading to varied surface urban heat island effects in subtropical regions. To …

Exploring Cool Pavement Technologies: A Lab-Based Experimental Analysis of Temperature and Reflectivity

S Stüwe, B Hofko - Transportation Research Record, 2024 - journals.sagepub.com
Urban heat islands (UHI) have become an increasingly pressing issue owing to the global
warming trend and a steady growth of urban areas. Revegetation, shading, or the reduction …