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    Growing up in Victoria, Australia, in the midst of the climate emergency
    Chavez, KM ; Quinn, P ; Gibbs, L ; Block, K ; Leppold, C ; Stanley, J ; Vella-Brodrick, D (SAGE Publications, 2024-03)
    Children and young people (henceforth referred to as young people) are one of the groups most affected by climate change and are at the forefront of climate action. Yet, there is scarce evidence on how young people navigate the challenges presented by climate change using their personal strengths and the resources accessible to them. This study aimed to address this gap by drawing on qualitative data from workshops with 31 young people between 12 and 22 years of age from metropolitan Melbourne and a bushfire-risk region in Victoria, Australia. An inductive thematic analysis of workshop transcripts showed that participants had progressively become aware of climate change in an increasingly uncertain world and sought to gain a sense of connection, agency, and hope. Participants aimed to achieve the latter by becoming aware of opportunities for climate actions in everyday life and developing themselves as agents of change. We discussed our findings from a developmental perspective to gain a better understanding of how supporting young people in learning about and acting on climate change can benefit their mental health and sense of agency.
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    Architecture for Housing | Understanding the value of design through 14 case studies
    Stojanovic, D (Birkhäuser, 2024)
    This book shows how architectural design can improve housing. It follows a series of talks curated by the Melbourne School of Design to extend the debate on the missing links between architectural practice and housing research. It examines 14 innovative multiunit dwelling projects through the lenses of current studies on urban housing systems, driven by questions on social, environmental, and economic sustainability. Residential buildings designed for diverse cultural contexts are brought together and examined according to spatial antonyms: the individual and communal, the interior and exterior, and the determined and undetermined. The book concentrates on design decisions and incorporates rich illustrations and conversations with residents and the following architects José Toral (Peris+Toral Arquitectes), Verena von Beckerath (Heide & von Beckerath), Osamu Nishida (ON design partners), Marcelo Faiden (adamo-faiden), Graham Haworth (Haworth Tompkins), Fernando Brunel and Tomás Balparda (BBOA), Marc Frohn (FAR frohn&rojas), Ramon Bosch and Bet Capdeferro (bosch.capdeferro arquitectura), Hervé Potin (Guinée*Potin), Roger Riewe (Riegler Riewe Architekten), Juliane Greb and Petter Krag (Büro Juliane Greb), Verena Lindenmayer (EM2N), Luis Basabe (arenas basabe palacios arquitectos), Cristina Gamboa Masdevall and Carles Baiges Camprubí (Lacol).
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    Identifying the mechanisms by which irrigation can cool urban green spaces in summer
    Cheung, PK ; Meili, N ; Nice, K ; Livesley, SJ (Elsevier, 2024-05)
    High temperatures in summer can prevent people from using urban green spaces. Irrigating urban green spaces is a promising strategy to reduce temperatures. In this study, we aimed to a) identify the proportional contribution of different irrigation cooling mechanisms and b) quantify the impacts of different irrigation amounts (from 2 to 30 mm d−1) on the cooling effect of irrigating turfgrass in Melbourne, Australia. We first used a field experiment in Melbourne to provide empirical data to calibrate and verify the performance of an urban ecohydrological model, UT&C. Then, we used UT&C to predict the impacts of irrigating turfgrass on evapotranspiration, the energy balance and microclimate. UT&C predicted that irrigating turfgrass 4 mm d−1 would increase the evaporation from grass canopy and soil surface by 0.2 and 0.6 mm d−1, respectively, whereas it would reduce transpiration by 0.6 mm d−1 due to intercepted water covering part of the grass canopy following the irrigation. UT&C predicted that daytime (10:00–16:59) mean air temperature reductions would increase from 0.2 to 0.4 °C when the irrigation amount increased from 2 to 4 mm d−1. However, increasing the irrigation amount beyond 4 mm d−1 would not increase the cooling benefits.
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    Determinants of residential land value: a study of Delhi, India
    Sharma, S ; Bajaj, D ; Tirumala, RD (Emerald, 2024-04-19)
    Purpose: Land value in urban areas in India is influenced by regulations, bylaws and the amenities associated with them. Planning interventions play a significant role in enhancing the quality of the neighbourhood, thereby resulting in a change in its value. Land is a distinct commodity due to its fixed location, and planning interventions are also specific to certain locations. Consequently, the factors influencing land value will vary across different areas. While recent literature has explored some determinants of land value individually, conducting a comprehensive study specific to each location would be more beneficial for making informed policy decisions. Therefore, this article aims to examine and identify the critical factors that impact the value of residential land in the National Capital Territory of Delhi, India. Design/methodology/approach: The study employed a combination of semi-structured and structured interview methods to construct a Relative Importance Index (RII) and ascertain the critical determinants affecting residential land value. A sample of 36 experts, comprising property valuers, urban planners and real estate professionals operating within the National Capital Territory of Delhi, India, were selected using snowball sampling techniques. Subsequently, rank correlation and ANOVA methods were employed to evaluate the obtained results. Findings: Location and stage of urban development are the most critical determinants in determining residential land values in the National Capital Territory of Delhi, India. The study identifies a total of 13 critical determinants. Practical implications: A scenario planning approach can be developed to achieve an equitable distribution of values and land use entropy. A land value assessment model can also be developed to assist professional valuers. Originality/value: There has been a lack of emphasis on assessing the impact of planning interventions and territorial regulation on land values in the context of Delhi. This study will contribute to policy decision-making by developing a rank list of planning-based determinants of land value.
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    ABC Radio: Building for comfort in the sky
    Jensen, C ( 2017-04-15)
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