Climate Change and Future Cities

We are a multi-disciplinary group, who research the physical, social and economic impacts of climate change. To support climate neutrality for present and future cities, we provide scientific knowledge and, together with our partners and end users, develop weather and climate resilient solutions.

There are many ways to make a city more sustainable, in the image are pictured renewable energy, urban green areas, smart traffic and energy production
Kuva: Adobe Stock.

The main research areas of the group are:

  • Urban climate, urban weather and climate risks as well as mitigation and adaptation measures

  • Impact of built environment and green spaces in urban areas

  • Economic and social research focusing on urban areas, as well as different development scenarios

  • Development, testing, and piloting of digital urban weather and climate services