Chongqing
China
Chongqing is projected to experience significant climate hazards, particularly extreme heat and dangerous heat extremes. As temperatures rise globally, the city faces increasing intensity and frequency of heat-related events, which may exacerbate health risks for vulnerable populations. These heat extremes could lead to an uptick in heat-related illnesses, straining public health systems. Additionally, the urban landscape, dense with infrastructure, may create urban heat islands that elevate temperatures further. With few documented technology-enabled solutions for climate resilience in Chongqing, the anticipated challenges posed by extreme heat could impact residents' well-being and local services. The city's future climate risks emphasize the urgent need for effective strategies to address these heat threats and safeguard community health against the impending climate changes.
Hazard Outlook
How will Chongqing's projected climate hazards compare to other cities under a 3.0°C future warming scenario?
Maximum Temperature
Chongqing's projected maximum temperature of 10.6°C is higher than most cities globally under a 3.0°C warming scenario.
Maximum Rainfall
Chongqing's projected maximum rainfall of 11 mm is higher than most cities globally.
Longest Heatwave
Chongqing may experience heatwaves lasting up to 4 days, near the median of other cities.
Heavy Rainfall Days
With 10 days of heavy rainfall expected, Chongqing ranks near the median of cities for extreme precipitation events.
Elevation
At 198 m elevation, Chongqing faces moderate risk from coastal flooding and sea level rise.
Exposure Summary
Adaptation Priorities
Chongqing faces elevated exposure to max temp, max rain. These areas may warrant priority attention in adaptation planning.
Data source: Climate projections from the IPCC AR6 scenario analysis. See our methodology for details on how we process and interpret this data.
Deployed Solutions
Deployed climate adaptation technologies identified in Chongqing.
No solutions have been documented for Chongqing.
This is an archived snapshot of the database.
Recommended Solutions
Proven solutions from similar cities that could help diversify Chongqing's resilience portfolio
Floating Solar Photovoltaic Systems on Reservoirs
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Smart Water Metering and Automatic Meter Reading System
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Smart Water Meter System with AI-Powered Consumption Analytics
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GIS-Based Groundwater Protection Zoning and Database System
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