Towards a General Simulation Platform for Urban Microclimate: Case Study of Hong Kong, San Francisco and Boston
Grant Data
Project Title
Towards a General Simulation Platform for Urban Microclimate: Case Study of Hong Kong, San Francisco and Boston
Principal Investigator
Professor Huang, Jianxiang
(Principal Investigator (PI))
Duration
24
Start Date
2013-10-07
Completion Date
2015-10-06
Amount
120000
Conference Title
Towards a General Simulation Platform for Urban Microclimate: Case Study of Hong Kong, San Francisco and Boston
Keywords
Microclimate, Thermal Comfort, Urban Heat Island Effect
Discipline
EnvironmentalUrban Studies and Planning
HKU Project Code
201310159009
Grant Type
Seed Fund for Basic Research for New Staff
Funding Year
2013
Status
Completed
Objectives
The purpose of this research is to prepare a computer-based simulation tool to assess the impact of built environment on urban microclimate. Such impact includes the modifying effects of tall buildings and infrastructure on the mean radiant temperature (Tmrt), wind speed, ambient air temperature, and humidity. These microclimatic factors are highly relevant to the health and the quality of life of urban residents. The objective of this research is to develop simulation methodologies for urban environment across three climate categories: Continental, Subtropical, and Mediterranean (Köppen climate classification). Three cities are selected from each of the three climate categories, including Hong Kong, San Francisco, and Boston.