Investigation of Natural Air Conditioning through Tropical Avenue Trees
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Micro-Climate, Temperature, Relative Humidity, Light Intensity, Air ConditioningAbstract
The present study gives an idea on effect of trees on temperature, relative humidity and light intensity. There was an increase in temperature with corresponding increase in distance from the base of trees. There was 1-2º C difference found from 0-6 meter distance away from the base under different tree species. Whereas the relative humidity decreases with corresponding increase in distance .The difference in temperature away from the base of tree was more pronounced in F.benghalensis and F.religosa than E.camaldulensis. This was 8-9º C lower as compared to vegetation free ground. The study emphasizes the role of tree in controlling the micro-climate of holkar science college campus Indore. Maximum shade was observed under F.benghalensisand minimum at E. camaldulensis. The average light cut off was three times more by F.benghalensis than E. camaldulensis out of five test species . The Ficus species were found more effective than other . The study suggest plantation of Ficus species in urban areas to feel comfort in summer months.
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