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Concurrent Education Session

MON-A06: Evidence-Based Design for Human and Environmental Health

Monday, October 7, 2024
11:00am – 12:15pm ET
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Room 147AB
1.25 PDH, LA CES/HSW, AICP, NY/HSW, FL

The Southwestern Medical District Green Corridor and Park Project is using an innovative, research-backed design approach to address challenges caused by the effects of urban heat and air quality on human health and ecosystems. The panelists will delve into the evidence-based design process, share insights gained, and highlight key lessons from their work.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the negative impacts of intensifying urban heat and decreasing air quality on human and environmental health.
  • Learn what an evidence-based design approach is and why it is effective in addressing urban heat.
  • Understand why site-based research and site-specific empirical data are critical to inform an evidence-based design approach.
  • Find out how researchers and designers can best collaborate to develop innovative and impactful solutions to increase thermal comfort and improve air quality.