Activity U-CARE Learning modulesU-CARE UNIFI Course: Assessment of the Environmental Impact of Regeneration Processes and Systems on Human Health

U-CARE UNIFI Course: Assessment of the Environmental Impact of Regeneration Processes and Systems on Human Health

The thematic seminar U-CARE, organised as part of the ERASMUS+ U-CARE research project, addresses the topic of urban area regeneration by adopting an innovative three-phase methodology, UrbanCare (developed by BHL), which provides a structured approach to analysing and transforming urban public spaces while tackling key environmental and health challenges. This methodology, which includes mixed-methods analysis and participatory design processes, helps generate regenerative design solutions capable of improving the social and environmental conditions of the urban districts selected as case studies in the partner cities involved in the research (Florence, Berlin, Nicosia, and Gothenburg).

 

The pilot course features a series of lectures delivered by faculty and researchers involved in the research project, inspired by the themes of evidence-based planning and design for urban health.

 

Learning objectives

By the end of the UNIFI Course 1, participants will be able to:

1. Acquire and apply new methodologies for collecting, managing, and processing data to support evidence-based urban design, specifically focusing on meeting the needs of vulnerable social groups (children, the elderly, and people with disabilities).
2. Increase knowledge of cutting-edge technologies used to analyse the energy and environmental performance of the built environment, paying particular attention to mitigating the urban heat island effect and addressing soil permeability issues.
3. Develop and evaluate innovative design strategies to improve walkability for diverse user groups and mitigate climate change effects (e.g., heat islands, stormwater runoff) that contribute to biodiversity loss and negatively impact human health.

Test and assess the effectiveness of low-impact, reversible, and accessible technological solutions that enhance outdoor comfort in pedestrian routes and urban rest areas (e.g., public transport stops, respite areas, priority entrances, and crossings), including spaces within and around existing public buildings (such as schools, hospitals, and libraries).  [1]

More informations are available on the U-Care Project website
Programma Seminario Tematico U-Care_ENG
Syllabus
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