You will explore urban environments, focusing on temperature, wind patterns, radiation balance, and air quality dynamics. You will integrate urban climatology into city planning, understanding its critical role in shaping urban spaces. The module empowers you to contribute to climate-sensitive urban planning, addressing challenges like urban heat islands. Global best practices and Swiss-specific examples provide adaptable insights for effective strategies across diverse urban landscapes, preparing you to tackle urban climate challenges.
Main topics
- Fundamentals of urban climates
- Methods for measuring and reagulating the urban climate
- Climate sensitive city planning
- ZHAW Teacher: Julien Anet (N Extern)
- ZHAW Teacher: Tal Hertig (N Lehr- und Forschungspersonal)
- ZHAW Teacher: Nadin Iten (N Wiss. Assistentin)
- ZHAW Teacher: Johann Junghardt (N Lehr- und Forschungspersonal)