Experimental university farms as climate resilience infrastructures in Brazil
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https://doi.org/10.46421/euroelecs.v6.8016Keywords:
experimental construction site, Climate Adaptation, Remote Sensing, Green Areas, Climate changeAbstract
Experimental farms linked to Universities and Federal Institutes in Brazil, traditionally dedicated to education, research, and outreach in the fields of agricultural and environmental sciences, are beginning to assume new roles within urban contexts. In this setting, they stand out as green infrastructure with the potential to mitigate the effects of climate change and strengthen the environmental resilience of cities. This article assesses the environmental performance of these areas in two Brazilian cities, considering their contribution to reducing extreme heat through the conservation of vegetation cover and the provision of ecosystem services within consolidated urban fabric. Using Landsat 9 satellite imagery and remote sensing techniques, the study investigates the relationship between vegetation indices and surface temperature differences observed in these institutional green areas compared to the urban surrounding during the summer. Experimental farms act as important microclimate regulators, with an average NDVI of 0.30 and temperatures ranging from 26.2°C to 41.1°C, contrasting with urban areas, where low vegetation cover is associated with higher temperatures, ranging from 28.6°C to 44.7°C It is concluded that Experimental Farms represent strategic green infrastructure for addressing contemporary urban climate challenges.
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