Social Sciences Hub
Date: Tuesday 01 July 2025
Time: 09:30 - 13:00
Venue: Rm 103A, Clarice Pears Building
Category: Academic events

Domestic overheating is a growing concern in UK homes exacerbated by ongoing climate change. It has led to increasing discomfort, illness, and mortality. A widespread adoption of air conditioning could lead to higher carbon emissions, increased pressure on the energy system, and greater social inequality.

This event invites researchers, practitioners, and policy makers across academia, design consultancy, social organisations, and local authorities. We will explore adaptive and accessible cooling strategies that mitigate overheating without significantly increasing energy demand.

Where

103A, Clarice Pears Building, University of Glasgow.

When

1st JUL, 9:30 - 13:00. Lunch will be provided.

09:30–10:00 – Arrival & Registration

10:00–11:00 – Session 1: Evidence from Data and Behavioural Research

10:00–10:20 Smart Sensing for Smarter Homes: Research Pathways in Domestic Environments, Dr Mingyu Zhu (Urban Big Data Centre, University of Glasgow)

10:20–10:40 Long-term Adaptation and Acute Shock in London Domestic Environments, Dr Maoran Sun (University of Cambridge)

10:40–11:00 Open Discussion & Q&A

11:00–11:15 – Break

11:15–12:15 – Session 2: Modelling, Design and Policy Implications

11:15–11:35 UBEM Approach and Its Implications for Residential Electrification, Dr Carlos Calderon (Newcastle University)

11:35–11:55 From Insight to Implementation: Leveraging User Feedback for Low-Carbon Transitions, Prof. Richard Laing (Northumbria University)

11:55–12:15Open Discussion & Q&A

12:15–13:00 – Networking Lunch

Notes

We have a limited budget available to support travel costs for selected participants from outside Glasgow. If you would like to be considered for this support, please indicate your interest when registering.

This event is organised by the Urban Big Data Centre.

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