Microclimate Change and Diversity in Natural and Human Dominated Systems

Microclimate Change and Diversity in Natural and Human Dominated Systems explores microclimatic variability in a variety of natural and human dominated landscapes, also discussing their importance in the conservation of water, support of biological diversity, and mitigation of localized heating, both in the context of urban heat islands, and in the context or regional and global climate change. The book explores public policy frameworks and professional practices (e.g., architecture and agriculture) that affect the distribution and diversity of microclimates.

Readers will find a synthesis of current understanding that will support sound decision- making in urban and regional planning and advancement of policy to prevent microclimate change.

• Provides a big picture understanding of microclimates by bridging the gap between natural sciences, agricultural, agroforestry and architectural sciences
• Includes case studies in each chapter
• Identifies gaps in current policies and practices that relate to microclimate preservation