| dc.description.abstract | Urbanization is accelerating worldwide,
and Colombo city is no exception, experiencing rapid
urban growth and its associated challenges. Urban
heat is intensifying significantly, making up-to-date
Local Climate Zone (LCZ) maps crucial for identifying
urban land types and assessing urban heat islands.
These maps aid in effective urban planning and
management strategies. This research focuses on
creating an updated LCZ map for Colombo using the
World Urban Database and Access Portal Tools
(WUDAPT) method. By leveraging GIS-based
methods and remote sensing technologies, the study
aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of
Colombo's evolving urban landscape and its
implications for urban heat mitigation and climate
resilience. Key challenges in the map creation process
include identifying suitable training areas for specific
LCZ classes within Colombo's densely populated and
limited spatial confines. Addressing these challenges
requires a nuanced understanding of urban
morphology, land use patterns, and environmental
dynamics. Visual comparisons of the newly created
LCZ map for Colombo with existing maps reveal
significant changes over a ten-year period. The
methodology involves several steps to develop LCZ
maps using the WUDAPT LCZ generator, which
requires comprehensive training area files covering
all LCZ classes. These files are based on detailed data
collection and analysis. The training area files are
then input into the WUDAPT LCZ generator, which
uses algorithms to generate the final LCZ maps. The
output, including the final LCZ maps, is delivered via
email for researchers to analyze and interpret. This
organized, systematic, and clear method ensures
accurate and reliable results. | en_US |
