Summer-time climate impacts of projected megapolitan expansion in Arizona

M. Georgescu (), M. Moustaoui, A. Mahalov and J. Dudhia
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M. Georgescu: School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning, Arizona State University
M. Moustaoui: School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences, Global Institute of Sustainability, Arizona State University
A. Mahalov: School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences, Global Institute of Sustainability, Arizona State University
J. Dudhia: National Center for Atmospheric Research

Nature Climate Change, 2013, vol. 3, issue 1, 37-41

Abstract: Regional climates can be modified by urban development affecting the radiation and hydrological balances. This study looks at the expanding megapolitan area in the Sun Corridor, Arizona, USA, and models local climate change in line with urban development.

Date: 2013
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