LEED Green Associate

Answer - B - Heat island effect is not one of the ways transportation affects human health. Heat island effect describes urban areas that are hotter than nearby rural areas and is apparent when winds are weak. The main cause of heat island effect is modification of the land surface by urban development, which uses materials that effectively retain heat. On the other hand, climate change from greenhouse gas emissions, worsened air quality from exhaust and other vehicular toxins, and the reduction in physical activity are all negative effects of transportation on overall human health.