: Experts argue that arid cities must move away from 1950s design paradigms to prioritize shade, walkability, and technological innovation to remain viable. The "Aridification" of the West
: As conditions become drier, the number of plant species may drop, but the diversity of survival traits increases . Survival Mechanisms : aridness
: Aridness is typically measured using the Aridity Index , which calculates the ratio of annual rainfall to potential evaporation. Biological Resilience: "Weird" is Effective : Experts argue that arid cities must move