Does spatial scale matter? Evaluating street-level urban greenery configuration on summer temperature in Washington D.C

Key Points

• Summer temperatures are significantly influenced by the configuration of urban greenery.
• The analysis utilized geospatial methods to assess temperature variations across different street-level greenery configurations.
• Findings suggest that thoughtful urban planning can mitigate heat in densely populated areas, improving city microclimates.
• Understanding spatial scale in urban greenery can guide future environmental policies and city planning.