
Which building intervention most directly reduces urban heat by increasing surface evapotranspiration?
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Get StartedWhich building intervention most directly reduces urban heat by increasing surface evapotranspiration?
Options:
- Cool (reflective) roofs
- Increased street lighting
- Green roofs with vegetation
- Permeable pavements
Correct answer: Green roofs with vegetation
Explanation: Green roofs cool surfaces by evapotranspiration as plants transpire water; studies report roof surface temperature reductions of about 5–10°C, lowering summer cooling demand on buildings.
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