On 2nd December 2024, the ZERO Institute’s ECR Network hosted Prof. Galan Marin, a leading expert in Construction Technology and Sustainable Architecture from the University of Seville, for an insightful seminar exploring urban resilience and thermal comfort amid climate change.
This event delved into the adaptation of mid-20th-century residential neighborhoods to future climate scenarios, highlighting practical, low-cost solutions to mitigate extreme heat and enhance sustainable urban living.
Key Highlights:
- Galan Marin (University of Seville) presented updates on her ongoing research at the University of Seville, covering themes in urban microclimate adaptation, emphasising strategies for integrating climate-responsive design in existing residential areas.
- Nethmi Jayaratne Kariyawasam (School of Geography and the Environment & ZERO ECR Network) provided a critical discussion, reflecting on the implications of Prof. Marin’s findings for urban planning and policy.
- Anastasiia Rudkovska (ZERO Institute ECR Network) co-chaired the event, providing practical insights from finance and policy.
The session concluded with a networking reception, allowing attendees to exchange ideas regarding solutions for creating livable, climate-adaptive cities.
For further queries about this event and the Energy Nexus Series, please contact ZERO Institute ECR Network Organiser Ms Anastasiia Rudkovska on anastasiia.rudkovska@hmc.ox.ac.uk.
