our projects
Discover our collaborative initiatives aimed at creating resilient, sustainable, and thriving communities in peri-urban and urban regions. Each project combines cutting-edge research, innovative tools, and community insights to address pressing challenges and build pathways to a more sustainable future.
Peri-cene
Exploring the Peri-Urban Anthropocene
The Peri-cene project addresses the vast and growing expanse of peri-urban areas worldwide, examining how urban sprawl influences climate change, ecological impacts, and community resilience.
This project provides one of the first comprehensive assessments of peri-urbanization’s global environmental impact, addressing vulnerabilities and identifying adaptation strategies.
Assess climate risks and ecological vulnerabilities associated with peri-urban growth.
Develop adaptive frameworks for sustainable urban planning in peri-urban areas.
Collaborate with global partners to create resilient, low-carbon peri-urban communities.
Local-wise
Building Collective Intelligence in Urban Communities
Local-wise fosters “collective intelligence” in urban communities by connecting local governments, academia, and residents in a knowledge-sharing ecosystem. Focused on participatory research and community-driven solutions, Local-wise addresses local urban challenges through collaborative planning and shared learning.
Ground Zone & Liveable City Toolkit: Designing for Sustainable Urban Spaces
In partnership with the Manchester Urban Institute and Callison RTKL, the Ground Zone project is developing a toolkit for creating “liveable city” spaces that prioritize both physical and social design.
Ground Zone & Liveable City Toolkit: Designing for Sustainable Urban Spaces
This project explores how urban environments can be reimagined to support sustainable growth, improve livability, and adapt to ecological challenges.
