ABSTRACT
Place matters, as does the climate that largely determines how we use and interact with outdoor environments. Global warming is the most significant factor affecting the world’s climate. It is expected that the intensity, duration, and frequency of heat extremes will increase. In turn, the number of people at risk of adverse health outcomes is projected to rise. This will be exacerbated by continuing population growth, aging, and urbanization (WHO/WMO 2012).
