Objectives and Deliverables

Objectives

Climate Data

Downscaling global climate data to the urban scale for weather information services and health impact assessment.

Mitigation Strategies

Developing a mitigation action plan with better urban planning and building design under extreme weather.

Adaptation Strategies

Developing an adaptation response plan for supporting services to increase the resilience of senior citizens to extreme weather.

Deliverables

Improve Weather Information Systems and Services

The findings of the study will help the Hong Kong Observatory transform the current simple weather information system into a more comprehensive one that is capable of reflecting timely conditions of different districts.

Evidenced-based Practical Guidance for Industries

Guidance will be developed for urban planners, architects, developers and other professionals in the field to help the industry fully unleash its potential in building towards a sustainable and healthy city under the vision of Hong Kong 2030+. They will fill the current knowledge and awareness gap in the industry.

Better Support to Senior Citizens

Current services will be improved by incorporating information provided by the new weather warning system. Housing protocols will be developed to better cater to the need of senior citizens under extreme weather. Social workers and volunteers will be trained to take better care of senior citizens under such condition.