https://studiegids.uva.nl/xmlpages/page/2023-2024-en/search-course/course/109393This course focuses on the science and social science of urban environment planning. The lab takes an evidence-based approach to the problem of climate change and spatial planning. More specifically, we will explore the urban heat island effect in Amsterdam using a range of spatial analysis tools and methods.Students will measure this effect in small groups, statistically link obtained local temperature measurements to environmental characteristics and assess potential future changes in urban temperatures in Amsterdam based on socio-economic and climate scenarios. Following this assessment solution strategies will be proposed to limit local temperature increases. Finally, an attempt is made to evaluate the effectiveness of these strategiesStudents are required to go out after sunset with provided positioning and temperature measuring devices to collect data that will be applied in a spatial analysis of urban temperature gradients. Further information on the course is provided in the course manual and a day-to-day schedule of activities.Amsterdam University Collega