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Uneven resilience of urban and rural areas to heatwaves

Authors :
Aysun Aygün Oğur
Source :
Journal of Design for Resilience in Architecture and Planning, Vol 4, Iss (Special Issue), Pp 78-94 (2023)
Publication Year :
2023
Publisher :
Mehmet Topcu, 2023.

Abstract

Extreme heat represents one of the most challenging climate change impacts of the Anthropocene, exerting influence not only on the economy and built environment but also on daily human life, posing threats to health. Within the existing literature, heatwaves and extreme heat phenomena have predominantly been examined at the urban scale, emphasizing the vulnerabilities inherent in urban areas. Conversely, rural areas are often highlighted for their advantages related to the natural environment. However, a broader perspective reveals that rural areas have their unique vulnerabilities that warrant careful consideration. This paper seeks to comparatively assess the vulnerabilities of urban and rural areas. Through an extensive literature review, the paper explores the divergent resilience of urban and rural areas across economic, social, environmental, structural, and governmental factors. The study concludes that both rural and urban areas exhibit distinct advantages and disadvantages, influencing their levels of vulnerability and resilience. This research is instrumental in providing a comprehensive outlook on resilience studies related to extreme heat.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
27576329
Volume :
4
Issue :
(Special Issue)
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Journal of Design for Resilience in Architecture and Planning
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.bca28161a97c4098813303f004c5d795
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.47818/DRArch.2023.v4si111