What is it about?
This study integrates Landsat datasets and CMIP6 projections with extended convergent cross-mapping (ECCM) and extended geographical convergent cross-mapping (EGCCM) to investigate UHI evolution in Chongqing, China, from 1992 to 2062 under varying socioeconomic scenarios (SSP2-4.5 and SSP5-8.5).
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Why is it important?
This research advances the frontier of urban climate science by bridging the divide between theoretical modelling and actionable policy. It offers a robust, transferable methodology for understanding and mitigating UHI effects in cities where geography, land use, and climate interact in complex ways. Future research should aim to validate the proposed mitigation strategies through real-world pilot projects, explore adaptive planning pathways across different climate scenarios, and apply this integrative framework to other mountainous urban environments. As cities worldwide grapple with the twin challenges of urbanization and climate change, the insights from Chongqing offer a blueprint for sustainable, climate-resilient urban futures.
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Working along with other researchers through this project enhanced the depth of UHI studies in mid-latitude regions. This article is very informative.
Dr Isaac Sarfo
Henan University
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This page is a summary of: Urban Heat Island Response to Projected Land-Use Change and Surface Energy Balance Modifications in Chongqing City, China, Journal of Geovisualization and Spatial Analysis, October 2025, Springer Science + Business Media,
DOI: 10.1007/s41651-025-00238-z.
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