Spatio-temporal distribution of heat index and mitigation measures on extremely hot days considering urban morphology

• Project/Area Number: 24KJ0763
• Research Category: Grant-in-Aid for JSPS Fellows
• Allocation Type: Multi-year Fund
• Section: 国内
• Review Section: Basic Section 23020:Architectural environment and building equipment-related
• Research Institution: The University of Tokyo
• Principal Investigator: 朱 頓 東京大学, 大学院工学系研究科, 特別研究員(DC2)
• Project Period (FY): 2024-04-23 – 2026-03-31
• Project Status: Granted (Fiscal Year 2024)
• Budget Amount: ¥1,600,000 (Direct Cost: ¥1,600,000); Fiscal Year 2025: ¥800,000 (Direct Cost: ¥800,000); Fiscal Year 2024: ¥800,000 (Direct Cost: ¥800,000)

Outline of Research at the Start

Firstly, this study predicts the spatio-temporal distribution of heat risk and the impact of mitigation strategies in the context of global warming and ageing in Tokyo, facilitating proactive planning of housing strategies and medical resources. Secondly, it explores the optimal deployment of rooftop PV panels and wind power, aligning with Japan's vision of renewable energy dominance and carbon neutrality. Finally, the Urban Canopy Parameters data built for Kanto will be uploaded to geographic database of NCAR to assist researchers in conducting more accurate urban climate simulations.