Urban Heat Mitigation Strategy

As rising temperatures redefine the boundaries of urban life, this session explores how cities can be re-imagined for a hotter, more unpredictable future. Douglas Voigt presents a framework that blends climate science, advanced thermal-comfort research, and human-centered design into clear, actionable strategies.

Rooted in an integrated systems approach, from district-scale planning to the behaviour of individual buildings, the talk shows how traditional cooling wisdom and contemporary innovation can work together to create adaptable, high-impact solutions. Through replicable models and real-world case studies, Voigt demonstrates how cities can redesign streetscapes, public realms, and building systems to reduce heat stress while improving quality of life.

This conversation offers a blueprint for urban environments that are not only resilient, but inspiring, places where design, ecology, and community converge to shape cooler, healthier, and more equitable futures.