New publication “Urban Microclimate Modelling for Comfort and Energy Studies” by Springer.

Editors: Palme, Massimo, Salvati, Agnese

This book discusses the urban microclimate and heat-related risks in urban areas, caused by the combination of global climate change effects and local climate modification determined by extensive urbanization, such as the urban heat island phenomenon. This issue is relevant to almost all urbanized areas in the world, where the increase in urban population and air temperature is expected to endanger both the general health of the population and the energy supply for the operation of urban systems. The book details the interrelationship between urban morphology, microclimate, and building energy performance, and presents a multidisciplinary approach that brings together knowledge from Urban Climatology, Engineering, and Architecture to support the development of reliable models and tools for research and practice.

This book is a useful tool for architects and building energy modellers, urban planners, and geographers who need a practical guide to perform basic urban microclimate simulations for use in both academic research and planning practice.