topos Magazine

14 June 2024

60,000 – according to the WHO, this was the number of heat-related deaths in Europe in 2022 alone. The heat island effect causes temperatures in metropolitan areas to rise to extreme levels. Not only does this heat have a negative impact on the well-being and health of city dwellers, it also effects energy consumption and of air and water quality. It is one of the biggest challenges that cities face today. If not the biggest. But the urban heat island effect is far from unstoppable. From green roofs to sponge cities to misting, in the 127th issue of topos magazine we explore how cities around the world are tackling the heat and bring you the latest approaches, innovations and projects in this battle against urban climate change.