Sentences with phrase «in city environments worldwide»
UHI effects have been documented in city environments worldwide and show that as cities become increasingly urbanised, increasing energy use, reductions in surface water (and evaporation) and increased concrete etc. tend to lead to warmer conditions than in nearby more rural areas.
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Yet, according to a new study involving 147 cities worldwide, surprisingly high numbers of plant and animal species persist and even flourish in urban environments — to the tune of hundreds of bird species and thousands of plant species in a single city.
If Environment Minister Hendriks» does announce a stringent, comprehensive limitation on overseas coal financing, in line with the international community, it would be exactly the kind of action that 100,000 environmental, labor, faith, and social justice activists will be marching for this Sunday in New York City at the People's Climate March, and its affiliated events worldwide.
Physical activity in relation to urban environments in 14 cities worldwide: a cross-sectional study