BeatTheHeat

The BeatTheHeat project is an ambitious initiative aimed at addressing the challenges posed by Urban Heat Islands (UHIs) in European cities. The project focuses on combating the rising temperatures in urban areas and improving overall urban health and resilience. Cities like Cartagena, Naples, Taranto, and Lambersart are involved, all of which are facing significant challenges from increasing heatwaves. The project uses advanced geospatial analytics and AI-driven insights to provide city planners with the data needed to mitigate the effects of rising temperatures and enhance urban livability.

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Latitudo 40 plays a key role in this project by analyzing satellite data, specifically Sentinel-2 imagery, to create detailed maps that measure thermal comfort, identify UHI hotspots, and assess pollution levels. By processing and integrating data from satellites, in-situ sensors, and other sources, Latitudo 40 generates valuable datasets that help guide urban planning, green space management, and climate adaptation strategies. Through the BeatTheHeat Data Space, we ensure the seamless integration of these diverse datasets, providing cities with real-time, actionable intelligence to make informed decisions about combating heat islands and improving urban environments. Our work in this project is essential to creating more sustainable, resilient cities capable of adapting to the growing threat of climate change.

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