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I am very glad to share this important preprint led by my colleague Maya Willard-Stepan at the University of Victoria and formerly McGill University. #climatechange #cities #emissions #scenarios 'Assessing the #vulnerability of buildings to long-term sea level rise across the #GlobalSouth' Maya Willard-Stepan, Natalya Gomez, Jeffrey Cardille, Eric Galbraith, Elena Bennett https://lnkd.in/e9f73Guk Abstract Future sea levels are expected to rise, resulting in the progressive inundation of coastal cities. Because the spatio-temporal progression of this inundation is complex, few estimates have been made of how sea level rise will impact specific features of the built environment beyond 2100. Here we provide a first- order assessment of the vulnerability of buildings to sea level rise from satellite observation in Africa, Southeast Asia, and South and Central America. We circumvent factors such as local subsidence and ice sheet dynamics by defining an inundation metric as a function of Local Sea Level Rise (LSLR), rather than time. Of the 840 million buildings in the study region, we find ~ 3.0 million at risk of inundation with 0.5m LSLR, ~ 45 million with 5m LSLR, and ~ 136 million with 20m LSLR. Our results highlight geographic variability in vulnerability and demonstrate the benefits that low-emissions pathways imply for preserving built environments.

📢❗️CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS❗️📢 Urban Kaleidoscope is PRC’s quarterly journal that aims to promote diverse perspectives on cities by amplifying the voices of activists, researchers, artists, academicians, professionals and various community stakeholders. We hope to cultivate a collective space for the generation of ideas aimed at democratic sustainable, and inclusive cities. For this edition, We invite researchers and planners to submit articles examining the historical contexts, conflicts, and issues related to riverfront development. Submissions should provide in-depth analysis and actionable recommendations for balancing development with community needs and environmental conservation. The word limit for short pieces is 1,200 and for long pieces is 2,000. The deadline for the submission is August 20th. Read more 👇🏼 https://lnkd.in/gUa6zpQF

🌆🚶♂️ Transforming Urban Landscapes for a Healthier Tomorrow 🚴♀️🌍 As the urgency to reduce car dependency in our urban environments intensifies, the case for a modal shift becomes increasingly compelling. Drawing inspiration from the Netherlands’ triumphant reduction in traffic deaths and the elevation of active travel through grassroots advocacy since the 1970s, it is essential for the US and other nations to embrace similar transformative agendas. To cultivate safer, more accessible cities, we must rethink our urban spaces to favour slow driving and minimise car usage. Substantial investments in dependable public transport and the revision of zoning laws to enable denser, mixed-use neighbourhoods are also required. These strategies confront critical social justice challenges by mitigating air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions and increasing public safety and inclusivity for all community members, particularly the most vulnerable. 🚌💡 The vision of enhanced public transit, protected bike lanes, and pedestrian-orientated streetscapes transcends idealism with practical goals that can stimulate economic growth and support healthy communities. https://lnkd.in/daHraw-G #UrbanPlanning #Sustainability #ActiveTravel #PublicHealth #SocialJustice

As we delve deeper into our current fieldwork, our aim is to unravel the web of territorial inequalities as they are experienced and negotiated on the ground. The selection of cases is a cornerstone of this research endeavour. 🗺 We're thrilled to unveil our 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐩 showcasing the 17 case study areas spanning across 8 countries, where the different research teams are currently conducting fieldwork. From rural areas to urban peripheries, and postindustrial zones, these diverse areas have been chosen based on a comprehensive set of indicators identified during the initial stages of our research. 👉 https://lnkd.in/dpZPSVKT #EUPolicy #UrbanDevelopment #InclusiveCommunities #NegativeSpaceMapping #EuropeanCommission #HorizonEU #inequalities #EXITproject #TerritorialCohesion #CohesionPolicy #SustainableDevelopment #nooneleftbehind #EURegions #euprojects #horizon #H2020 #EUfunded #Territorialinequalities

🔍 Historic Environment Scotland Publishes Groundbreaking Report on Properties in Care and the British Empire 🏰🌍 Historic Environment Scotland has released a significant report titled "Surveying and Analysing Connections between Properties in Care and the British Empire, c.1600–1997." This research delves into the complex relationships between properties in the care of Scottish Ministers (PiCs) and the British Empire. Key findings include: 📜 Extensive exploration of the connections between PiCs and the British Empire 🕵️♀️ Insights into the intricate relationship between Scotland's heritage and the Empire 🗣️ Emphasis on the importance of honesty in addressing the effects of Empire connections on properties 💡 Potential to inform HES's approach to the care and interpretation of historic properties Ranald MacInnes, Head of Outreach and Learning at HES, stressed the significance of this report, stating: "This report is a valuable contribution to our understanding of the complex relationship between Scotland's heritage and the British Empire. It is important that we are honest about the effects, both positive and negative, that Empire connections had on our properties, and that we use this information to inform our approach to the care and interpretation of our historic properties." This publication marks a crucial step in understanding and acknowledging the multifaceted history of Scotland's heritage sites and their ties to the British Empire. Read the full report here: https://ow.ly/KVYt50QR7qT

I'm happy to report that Jakki Mohr, Libby Metcalf, Peter Metcalf, Ragan Callaway, and I have published online at Society and Natural Resources: https://lnkd.in/gksZPsRH Given the vital role policymakers play in ensuring successful ecological restoration projects, our research offers important insights to help them manage the complicated dynamics inherent in these projects. A key finding is that negative interactions and perceived conflict between project participants are more damaging to perceived project outcomes compared to the positive impacts of constructive interactions and trusting relationships. This asymmetric pattern of findings suggests that policymakers must attend carefully to the tenor of interactions among stakeholders; they must establish clear ground rules and norms for respectful interactions, immediately address potential conflicts, and identify problematic individuals to mitigate their negative impacts. @Metcalf_Lab #UniversityofMontana #MontanaMeansBusiness #FCFCMontana #restorationecology #socialnetworkanalysis

This is not my first presentation at the Barbican, but a presentation in the Conservatory is something else. What a wonderful space. For those if you who are here today, I'll be on Track E from 4.15pm, challenging how we measure carbon. Exam question: Can growth exist within our planetary limits? See you there! Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) Conference Hilson Moran #netzerocarbon #climateemergency #inthistogether

Are you a scientist, researcher, or professional working in a field related to noise? We want to hear from you! Whether you're studying: The effects of noise on wildlife Innovative urban planning for quieter cities The impact of noise on patient recovery in hospitals New research on noise mitigation methods Share your work or a fascinating fact from your field in the comments. Let's learn from each other and explore the multifaceted nature of noise pollution! #QuietCommunities #PublicHealth #NoisePollution #HearingHealth #QuietEcosystems

Χρηματοδότηση για μικρής κλίμακας έρευνα σχετικά με την αστική ανθεκτικότητα. - Τμήματα, Σχολές, Ομάδες Φοιτήτων Παν/μίων Topic 1 Community-Led Climate Adaptation and Resilience Solutions in Cities Topic 1.1: Community-driven innovations for adaptation. What are the success factors for community-led innovative strategies and solutions for climate adaptation in urban areas, including technology-enabled solutions. Topic 1.2: Participatory urban planning. How do participatory approaches in urban planning contribute to climate resilience, and what evidence demonstrates their effectiveness and best practices. Topic 2 Socio-Economic and Institutional Drivers of Climate Resilience in Cities Topic 2.1: Socio-economic pathways to resilience. Effectiveness and success factors for different types of socio-economic incentives and 'boosts' to climate resilience of individuals, households, and small businesses, particularly in the informal sector in cities. Examples of such ‘boosts’ include one-time cash grants, micro-insurance, rotating credits or loans, tax incentives, matched funds, support for cooperatives, and support from social safety nets, etc. Topic 2.2: Urban climate governance. What is the role of cities in climate governance, and what are the strategies and institutional frameworks that support and/or hinder effective and equitable climate action in different urban contexts Topic 3 Urban Ecosystems for Resilience Topic 3.1: Climate-Resilient Urban Ecosystem. What constitutes a climate-resilient urban ecosystem, its key features and components, how it functions, and how it can be cultivated or restored in different urban contexts. Topic 3.2: Community-based approaches to Nature-Based Climate Solutions. Assessing effectiveness and strategies for implementing and scaling impactful nature-based solutions at the local level in urban areas. https://lnkd.in/eMu6wv7V

📣 ANNOUNCING the 2nd round of funding funding for the Ecological Citizen's Project Network+ for innovative, UK-based projects focusing on 'The Natural World' The Ecological Citizen's Project Network+ is a collaboration with the SEI — Stockholm Environment Institute at the University of York and Wrexham University. The project was awarded £3.3 million in 2023 by UK Research and Innovation's Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) to establish the network over 4 years. Funding three rounds of innovative projects devising new-found ways to encourage Ecological Citizenship that can move us towards preferable futures. For the second funding round, 'The Natural World' is considered to include the essential qualities that make up life as well as the physical spaces, places, conditions and interactions between everything on our interconnected planet: plants and animals; soil, water and air; weather and shelter; movement, growth, reproduction. Applications are invited to this funding call for projects that go beyond the usual, and celebrate unexplored areas within this year’s call theme of 'The Natural World'. Find out how to apply ➡️ bit.ly/4eZY7xG #EcologicalCitizens #EcologicalCitizenship #CitizenScience