New research explores the climate impact of drought vegetation efforts

 

 

Hidden, local climate impacts of drought-friendly vegetation

Source: University of Southern California

Summary:

Scientists determined that if a many Los Angeles property owners switch their lawns to drought-tolerant landscaping, it could increase local temperatures and exacerbate heat waves, and would have other similar consequences.

Author: Willem Van Cotthem

Honorary Professor of Botany, University of Ghent (Belgium). Scientific Consultant for Desertification and Sustainable Development.

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