THE PEDESTRIAN EXPERIENCE POST-COVID-19 AND THE INFLUENCE OF THERMAL COMFORT IN EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENTS:
CASE OF AUGUSTA PARK IN SÃO PAULO
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https://doi.org/10.46421/encac.v17i1.4136Keywords:
Outdoor Human Thermal Comfort, Thermal Comfort Index, Urban bioclimatic guidelines, Human well-being and health in the cityAbstract
Environmental conditions favorable to the well-being of human beings have an impact on life and are related to health. A healthy individual is not just one who is free of disease, but one who is in complete physical, mental and social well-being. Thermal comfort in external environments influences the frequency of pedestrians on sidewalks or parks, especially if there is tree vegetation. This study aims to evaluate the thermal comfort provided to pedestrians in the central region of São Paulo. Methodology: a) Selection of the study area; b) survey of quantitative data; c) computer simulations with three-dimensional models using the Envi-Met software of the current and future scenario; d) project guidelines developments. The results showed that the buildings modify the wind direction, and the arboreal vegetation helps in the microclimate control in dense areas such as the center of cities like São Paulo. The presence of small parks in densely populated areas and street trees is inviting for pedestrians. This method of field analysis and simulations can be used in the strategic planning of cities that aim to improve the urban microclimate, adapt to climate change and promote better health for the population.
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