We investigate the roles and interactions between extreme weather and climate with urban environments. Our laboratory is particularly interested in understanding these interactions and how to prepare for a changing climate. Using models from the global to local scale we identify signatures in temperature and precipitation patterns to gather a larger understanding of urban climate and its interactions with weather extremes. Our mission as a lab is to learn more about extreme weather and climate so we can be a part of the mission to assist with climate mitigation and adaptation. We have collaborative efforts with other labs and the City of Austin, so that we are at the forefront of bridging the gap between policy making, community engagement, and climate science.
Cities like Austin, TX has faced hardships due to changes in climate and extreme weather events. The University of Texas and the City of Austin have come together for a collaboration agreement to develop a framework to tackle these challenges related climate and weather.
Atmospheric and urban digital twins (ADTs and UDTs) are two emerging technologies that have the potential to revolutionize the way we understand and manage our cities.By combining ADTs and UDTs, scholars, decision-makers, and stakeholders can better comprehend the effects of climate change and urban development on air quality, water supply, and other factors of the built environment. This knowledge can then be used to inform collective planning and evidence-based decision-making, leading to more efficient and sustainable urban development.
Interested in a MS/Ph.D. position with our group? Send an email to happy1@utexas.edu.