Aging populations are susceptible to heat-related mortality because of physiological factors
and comorbidities. However, the understanding of individual vulnerabilities in the aging …

Environmental health research aims to identify environmental conditions suitable for the
healthy living and reproduction of human beings. Through the interdisciplinary research …

The coal-dominated electricity system, alongside increasing industrial electricity demand,
places China into a dilemma between industrialization and environmental impacts. A …

Urban residents are exposed to multiple environmental stimuli. Past studies have examined
the influence of heat stress on outdoor thermal comfort, but the cross-modal effects of …

Heatwave exposure has increased dramatically because of climate warming and population
growth, along with their interactive effects. However, effective adaptation measures can …

The overheated urban environment has drastically increased air-conditioning (AC) usage,
which induces extensive heat emissions from outdoor units. This phenomenon is more …

Developing a localized and consistent model framework for climate loss and damage
assessment is crucial for the policy-making of climate change mitigation and adaptation …

Climate change is a serious environmental issue appearing in China. As a public service
institution operating around the clock, the negative impact of hospitals on the environment is …

The incidence of urban heatwaves in China has increased recently and shows considerable
regional differences, and heatwave zoning can provide a framework for exploring this …

Exposure to heat stress causes diminished work performance and leads to economic loss. In
the last two decades, China has experienced both rapid economic development and …