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Raises city temperatures, increasing energy demands for cooling and risk of heat-related illnesses; mitigation involves reflective building materials, green roofs, and tree planting.

Can lead to respiratory problems and exacerbate conditions like asthma; mitigation includes promoting public transportation and green spaces, and regulating industrial emissions.

Overburdens landfills and can lead to soil and water contamination; reduction, recycling, and adoption of zero-waste strategies can mitigate the problem.

Causes stress and hearing loss; strategies to mitigate include soundproofing buildings, implementing quiet zones, and restricting noise levels of vehicles and construction.

Strains infrastructure and resources, leading to poorer living conditions; mitigated by urban planning, improved public transport, and investment in affordable housing.

Contaminates drinking water and harms aquatic life; mitigated by improving wastewater treatment and reducing stormwater runoff with permeable pavements and green spaces.

Disrupts ecosystems and human circadian rhythms; using shielded lighting, reducing unnecessary outdoor lighting, and implementing dark-sky policies can help.

Urbanization destroys habitats and reduces species variety; creating urban green belts and conserving natural areas are key mitigation strategies.

Leads to loss of agricultural land and increases commuting times; compact city designs and better public transport are ways to prevent sprawl.

Can lead to waterborne diseases and environmental degradation; improving sewage infrastructure and using green infrastructure to manage excess water can mitigate the problem.

Expose populations to health risks and limit land use; cleanup programs and converting brownfields to green spaces are remediation strategies.

Can cause health issues such as Sick Building Syndrome; implementing better ventilation systems and using non-toxic building materials can improve indoor air quality.

Disrupt local ecosystems and endanger native species; public education, monitoring and controlling invasive populations, and restoring native habitats help address this issue.

Damages property and infrastructure; integrating green spaces, rain gardens, and improving drainage systems are ways to manage heavy rainfall and runoff.

Accelerates resource depletion and contributes to pollution; energy-efficient technologies, green buildings, and renewable energy sources can reduce urban energy consumption.

Limit access to fresh, healthy foods leading to dietary health issues; urban agriculture and incentives for grocery stores in underserved areas can mitigate this concern.

Leads to safety risks and inefficient resource use; investing in sustainable and resilient infrastructure upgrades can help address this issue.

Disproportionately affects low-income and marginalized communities; policy reforms and targeted interventions are needed to address environmental justice.

Reduces quality of life and opportunities for recreation; developing parks and community gardens and integrating nature into city planning are solutions.