Rising urban Land Surface Thermal Extremes in a rapidly evolving tropical Indian State

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Rapid and unplanned urbanization in tropical Indian states significantly alters land surface characteristics, driving a rise in urban land surface thermal extremes. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

D. K. Mahapatra; Debadatta Swain

doi:10.1039/d6va00012f

January 1, 2026Environmental Science AdvancesOpen Access

Rising urban Land Surface Thermal Extremes in a rapidly evolving tropical Indian State

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The aim is to examine how rapid urbanization in India is affecting land surface thermal extremes.
Analyzed data on urban land use and surface temperatures across various urban areas in India.
Utilized satellite imagery to assess changes in land surface characteristics over time.
Investigated the correlation between urban growth patterns and increased thermal extremes.
Significant increases in land surface temperatures were observed, with urban areas showing a 3°C rise.
Areas undergoing rapid urbanization faced more frequent thermal extremes compared to less developed areas.
Enhanced land surface characteristics directly correlate with increased heat levels, indicating urgent adaptation needs.

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Highlights thermal extremes due to urbanization in tropical India, suggesting urgent action is needed.

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India, as a developing country is undergoing accelerated urbanization. However, this rapid and often unplanned urban growth has become a major concern as it significantly alters land surface characteristics. This...

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