Atmosphere,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(1), P. 28 - 28
Published: Dec. 29, 2024
Mounting
evidence
suggests
an
increasing
heatwave
risk
in
the
Chinese
mainland,
posing
notable
threats
to
public
health
and
socioeconomic
landscape.
In
a
comprehensive
analysis,
considering
both
climate
factors,
including
Gross
Domestic
Product
(GDP)
population
dynamics,
we
systematically
evaluated
spatiotemporal
distribution
of
exposure
mainland
from
2000
2019,
utilizing
more
hazard
index
(HHI)
that
synthesizes
intensity,
frequency,
duration
as
factor
for
first
time.
Results
show
(1)
Heatwave
is
pronounced
eastern
China,
particularly
Southeast
(SE),
North
China
(NC),
Southwest
(SW)
regions.
From
showed
overall
upward
trend,
with
most
rapid
escalation
observed
SE,
NC,
SW
Population
manifests
clustered
expansion
pattern,
while
GDP
demonstrates
centralized
distribution.
(2)
Climatic
factors
exert
influence
on
exposure,
predominantly
impacts
economic
exposure.
The
combination
contributes
less
rates,
except
Northeast
(NE)
regions
where
it
most.
(3)
High-risk
hotspot
cities
include
Shanghai,
Beijing,
Chongqing,
Guangzhou,
Wuhan,
Zhengzhou,
Hangzhou,
Xi’an,
Tianjin,
Nanjing.
These
findings
underscore
urgent
need
targeted
interventions
mitigation
strategies
these
vulnerable
areas.
iScience,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
27(3), P. 109066 - 109066
Published: Feb. 1, 2024
Climate
change
leads
to
more
frequent
and
intense
extreme
temperature
events,
causing
a
significant
number
of
excess
deaths.
Using
an
epidemiological
approach,
we
analyze
all-cause
deaths
related
heatwaves
cold
spells
in
2,852
Chinese
counties
from
1960
2020.
Economic
losses
associated
with
these
events
are
determined
through
the
value
statistical
life.
Findings
reveal
that
cold-related
cumulative
(1,133
thousand)
approximately
2.5
times
higher
than
heat-related
deaths,
despite
increase
fatalities
recent
decades.
Monetized
mortality
due
is
estimated
at
1,284
billion
CNY,
while
economic
loss
1,510
CNY.
Notably,
cities
located
colder
regions
experience
vice
versa.
development
does
not
significantly
reduce
risks
across
China.
This
study
provides
insights
into
spatial-temporal
heterogeneity
mortality,
essential
for
policymakers
ensuring
long-term
climate
adaptation
sustainability.
The Lancet Regional Health - Western Pacific,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
40, P. 100965 - 100965
Published: Nov. 1, 2023
China's
health
gains
over
the
past
decades
face
potential
reversals
if
climate
change
adaptation
is
not
prioritized.
temperature
rise
surpasses
global
average
due
to
urban
heat
islands
and
ecological
changes,
demands
urgent
actions
safeguard
public
health.
Effective
need
consider
urbanization
trends,
underlying
non-communicable
diseases,
an
aging
population,
future
pandemic
threats.
Climate
initiatives
strategies
include
green
space,
healthy
indoor
environments,
spatial
planning
for
cities,
advance
location-specific
early
warning
systems
extreme
weather
events,
a
holistic
approach
linking
carbon
neutrality
co-benefits.
Innovation
technology
uptake
crucial
opportunity.
successful
can
foster
international
collaboration
regionally
beyond.
Advances in Climate Change Research,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15(1), P. 148 - 157
Published: Feb. 1, 2024
Heatwave
exposure
has
increased
dramatically
because
of
climate
warming
and
population
growth,
along
with
their
interactive
effects.
However,
effective
adaptation
measures
can
reduce
these
impacts.
Nonetheless,
the
dynamic
changes,
regional
inequality
in
adaptive
capacity
potential
contributions
to
reducing
future
remain
unclear.
This
study
quantifies
impact
underscores
variations
heatwave
magnitudes,
levels
China.
We
projected
using
air-conditioner
penetration,
factoring
cooling
requirements
individuals'
purchasing
power.
Utilising
gross
domestic
product
(GDP)
data
from
four
Shared
Socioeconomic
Pathways
(SSP1,
SSP2,
SSP3
SSP5)
daily
temperature
SSP-based
emission
scenarios
(SSP1-2.6,
SSP2-4.5,
SSP3-7.0
SSP5-8.5),
we
estimated
duration,
avoided
impacts
through
across
China
its
sub-regions.
Results
show
a
substantial
increase
duration
Southwest
Southern
China,
especially
under
SSP5-8.5
scenario,
projection
163.2
±
36.7
d
during
2081–2100.
Under
SSP3|SSP3-7.0
total
reaches
156.4
76.8
billion
person
per
year,
which
is
highest
among
all
23
times
greater
than
that
1986–2005
without
adaptation.
Upon
considering
measures,
noteworthy
reduction
observed,
SSP5|SSP5-8.5
scenarios,
reductions
(62.6±3.9)
%
(65.8±5.1)
%,
respectively,
compared
scenario
Remarkable
disparities
are
also
evident,
up
50%
different
regions.
The
implementation
environmentally
friendly
notably
address
change,
thereby
alleviating
profound
threats
posed
human
well-being.
Atmosphere,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16(4), P. 434 - 434
Published: April 8, 2025
Against
the
backdrop
of
global
warming,
heatwaves
in
China
have
become
more
frequent,
posing
serious
risks
to
public
health
and
socio-economic
stability.
However,
existing
identification
methods
lack
precision,
driving
mechanisms
remain
unclear.
This
study
applies
Excess
Heat
Factor
(EHF)
characterize
across
from
2013
2023,
analyzing
their
spatiotemporal
patterns
exploring
key
drivers
such
as
atmospheric
circulation
soil
moisture.
Key
findings
reveal
significant
regional
differences:
(1)
Frequency
Duration—The
southeastern
coastal
regions
(e.g.,
Yangtze
River
Delta)
experience
higher
annual
heatwave
frequencies
(1.75–3.5
events)
but
shorter
durations
(6.5–8.5
days).
In
contrast,
arid
northwest
has
both
frequent
(1.5–3.5
events
per
year)
prolonged
(8.5–14.5
days)
heatwaves,
while
Tibetan
Plateau
sees
weaker
events.
(2)
Driving
Factors—Heatwaves
Delta
are
primarily
driven
by
an
intensified
subtropical
high,
leading
subsidence
clear-sky
conditions.
Fujian,
anomalous
low-level
winds
enhance
heat
accumulation,
areas
show
strong
moisture–temperature
coupling,
where
drier
soils
intensify
warming.
Conversely,
moisture
a
influence
on
Plateau,
suggesting
dominant
control.
It
is
important
note
that
EHF
index
used
this
does
not
directly
account
for
humidity,
which
may
limit
its
applicability
humid
regions.
Additionally,
ERA5
ERA5-Land
reanalysis
data
were
systematically
validated
against
ground
observations,
introducing
potential
uncertainties.
Atmosphere,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
14(6), P. 1026 - 1026
Published: June 15, 2023
Extreme
drought
has
negative
impacts
on
the
health
of
vegetation
and
stability
ecosystems.
In
this
study,
CASA
model
was
employed
to
estimate
net
primary
productivity
over
Yunnan
Plateau.
The
time-lag
effects
were
observed
within
a
0–6
month
period
extreme
droughts
using
Pearson
correlation
coefficient.
resistance
during
quantified,
recovery
capability
following
these
events
analyzed
ARIMA
model.
Moreover,
study
investigated
response
across
diverse
altitudinal
gradients.
results
showed
that:
(1)
This
round
led
decrease
in
NPP
(2)
Vegetation
exhibits
1–3-month
lag
drought,
with
forests
showing
slower
responses
than
grasslands
shrubs
higher
drought.
Except
for
agricultural
vegetation,
most
other
types
are
able
recover
their
year.
(3)
above
3000
m
is
less
susceptible
With
increasing
elevation,
exhibit
an
earlier
increase
resistance,
but
lower
elevation
demonstrates
better
from
events.
Shrub
shows
highest
at
elevations
between
3000–4000
m,
middle
high
have
capacity
those
low
elevations.
Grassland
increased
recovery.
Agricultural
elevations,
no
significant
differences
capacity.
not
only
effect
ecosystem,
also
affect
its
resilience
future
To
adapt
climate
change,
research
should
emphasize
role
small-scale
vegetation’s
Sustainability,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(13), P. 5421 - 5421
Published: June 26, 2024
As
a
result
of
urbanization,
cities
worldwide
are
experiencing
urban
heat
island
(UHI)
challenges.
Urban
parks,
which
essential
components
blue
and
green
landscapes,
typically
have
lower
temperatures
in
providing
outdoor
comfort
than
their
surroundings
with
impervious
surfaces.
This
phenomenon,
known
as
the
park
cooling
effect
(PCIE),
has
been
recognized
an
effective
approach
to
mitigate
negative
effects
UHI
context
sustainable
development
environment.
To
cope
serious
challenge
guide
planning
design
for
Zhengzhou
City,
is
one
China’s
new
first-tier
cities,
35
parks
city
were
analyzed
this
study.
Remotely
sensed
land
surface
temperature
(LST)
reflectance
images
by
Landsat
9
Sentinel-2
selected
data
sources.
A
cubic
polynomial
model
that
depicts
relationship
between
LST
distance
from
edge
was
first
built
each
park.
Based
on
model,
spatial
maximum
perspective
metrics
(including
area
(PCA)
efficiency
(PCE))
accumulation
intensity
(PCI)
gradient
(PCG))
calculated
quantify
PCIE
The
divided
into
three
groups
using
hierarchical
clustering
method
further
analysis.
For
group,
statistically
analyzed,
main
factors
influencing
identified
Spearman
correlation
coefficient.
results
indicate
following:
(1)
exhibit
obvious
PCIE.
133.95
±
41.93
m.
mean
3.01
1.23
°C
within
range.
(2)
varies
among
different
types
parks.
Parks
large
areas
covered
certain
water
bodies
generally
higher
PCA,
PCI,
PCG
values.
However,
small
mainly
vegetation
show
PCE
values,
makes
them
more
economical
exerting
(3)
Park
landscape
shape
index
(LSI)
positively
correlated
PCG.
there
threshold
PCI.
approximately
19
ha
can
produce
PCI
smaller
one.
In
central
limited
space,
areas,
complex
shapes,
predominant
coverage
be
designed
achieve
efficiency.
