ICUC12 – 12th International Conference on Urban Climate
Heritage as urban climate challenge:
Evidence, policy, design & agency
The International Association for Urban Climate (IAUC) and the American Meteorological Society (AMS) warmly invite you to the joint 12th International Conference on Urban Climate (ICUC12) to be held in Rotterdam, The Netherlands from 7 to 11 July 2025.
Researchers, practitioners, and policymakers from around the globe will gather to explore the dynamic interplay between urban environments and climate challenges. This scientific conference offers a unique platform to share knowledge, innovative solutions, and foster collaborations aimed at addressing the pressing issues faced by cities worldwide, advancing the forefronts in the field of urban climate in its broadest definition.
As urban areas continue to grow and evolve, the protection, preservation and sustainable transformation of our cultural and architectural heritage becomes increasingly vital–especially in the context of climate change. This year’s theme, "Heritage as an Urban Climate Challenge," invites participants to examine how climatic factors impact urban environments and how these sites, in turn, influence urban climate resilience. We define heritage in the broadest sense; not only historical and/or listed buildings and sites, but the totally of the existing built environment we inherit as a society.
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Be part of this important conversation and help shape the future of our cities amidst the challenges of climate change. Together, we can discover sustainable solutions that honor our comprehensive urban heritage while building resilient environments for future generations.
We welcome abstracts addressing topics under our five main themes Urban Climate Processes & Methods, Hazards & Health, Urban Morphology, Planning, & Design, Urban Energy Transition, and Societal Engagement. Contributions are also welcome for Special Sessions that explore emerging topics and innovative approaches in urban climate research and practice.