Greening mitigates heat-related mortality in Paris

npj Urban Sustainability 2026 Open access

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Authors: Hicham Achebak, Pierre Masselot, Joan Ballester, Antonio Gasparrini, Grégoire Rey
DOI: 10.1038/s42949-025-00334-5
Cited by: 3
References: 24

Abstract

Cities are vulnerable to heat-related health impacts due to the compounding effects of urban heat island (UHI) and rising temperatures because of climate change. Here we characterise the contextual factors exacerbating and attenuating the risk of mortality associated with high temperature in the city of Paris. Findings suggest that reducing urban heat and mitigating UHI through urban greening should be at the forefront of adaptation strategies to prevent heat-related health impacts in cities.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Climate Change and Health Impacts Urban Heat Island Mitigation Urban Green Space and Health

Publication details

Journal / source
npj Urban Sustainability
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Volume
6
Issue
1
Publication date
27 January 2026
Language
EN