Project

Adaptation strategies for urban resilience

Natural and human-induced disasters are taking a high toll on urban environments.

Climate change, rapid urbanisation and the difficulties related to long-term city planning increase the impact of these hazardous events on communities.

To help cities become climate resilient, RETIME aims to develop and test innovative adaptation solutions in three pilot areas. With a specific focus on current and future needs of vulnerable groups and resilience models.

RETIME Mission

Provide decision-makers with user-friendly and effective solutions to anticipate extreme events, respond promptly to emergencies, and enhance the resilience of vulnerable urban areas while ensuring no one is left behind.

Objectives

Support public authorities in enhancing the safety and resilience of the built environment by implementing site-specific emergency protocols.

Increase awareness of building occupants and other vulnerable key stakeholders on the available solutions in case of extreme climatic events, and natural disasters.

Test innovative and practical adaptation measures for at-risk urban areas.

Expected impacts

Scientific advancements

Advanced urban risk assessment and thoughtful understanding of socio-economic vulnerabilities
Applied science and technology based on open data access

Economic and technological benefits

Smarter investments in the architectural, engineering, and construction sector.
Mitigated impacts of extreme events and climate change on people’s livelihoods and built environments.

Societal Impact

Raised awareness and understanding of the hazards affecting people and buildings in RETIME pilot areas and across Europe.
Reduced impact of climate change on vulnerable populations and urban environments.

Partners

RETIME brings together 18 institutions from 8 European countries, including universities, research centres, private industrial service providers (SMEs), non-profit organisations, and public authorities.

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