In order to deal with global climate change, it is necessary to simultaneously advance both ``mitigation'', which reduces greenhouse gases themselves, and ``adaptation'', which takes measures to reduce the damage caused by climate change. In the field of climate change impact assessment, attention has been focused on the impact on “cities”, and reducing the damage caused by climate change to urban residents and preserving their Quality of Life (QoL) is considered an important issue.
Adapting to the Effects of Climate Change on Quality of Life
Adapting to the Effects of Climate Change on Quality of Life
Instructors: Akito Murayama
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Basic knowledge about climate change; Basic knoeledge about climate change condition in Japan; Basic knowledge about climate change adaptation
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This module covers global climate change conditions, climate change conditions in Japan, climate change impacts on people’s lives, climate change risk evaluation (the case study of Japanese mandarin), understanding adaptation challenges through stakeholder interviews, and a summary of them.
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9 videos1 assignment
This module explores the recent research and development in climate change adaptation in the field of urban planning. After introducing the basics of urban planning and climate change, EcoDistricts is introduced as a model framework to address climate change issues at the district scale. Practices in Nishiki 2 District, Nagoya City is explored with a special focus on climate change impact simulation that enables community stakeholders to discuss about the potential adaptation measures.
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6 videos1 assignment
The advent of Society 5.0 introduces an integrated approach where technology enhances every aspect of life, emphasizing the importance of adapting to climate change and enhancing disaster resilience. This course delves into how advanced technological innovations, such as CASE (Connected, Automated, Shared, Electrification) and electric vehicles (EVs), are pivotal in developing strategies for increased resilience to environmental challenges. We place a special focus on sectors like ski resorts, which are particularly vulnerable to climate variability. Through examining a variety of adaptive measures—from strengthening infrastructure to comprehensive disaster preparedness—we aim to uncover how modern societies can navigate the challenges posed by climate change. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, the goal is to protect against future environmental threats while promoting sustainable growth.
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5 videos1 assignment
Promoting longer durability of city is pivotal in fostering a sustainable societal model, shifting away from the prevalent "Flow-based Society" towards a more resilient "Stock-based Society." It's imperative to broaden our sustainability framework to encompass not just energy consumption, CO2 emissions, and climate change but also resource use. Embracing the principles of a Stock-based Society, which prioritizes resource preservation and reuse, can significantly mitigate CO2 emissions by reducing the need for continuous production and minimizing waste generation.
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