ULusófona Starts Project to Improve Air Quality and Thermal Comfort

Lusófona University - University Centre Lisbon has launched an innovative project called BuildingAdap, focused on analysing and adapting university buildings to climate change. This pioneering initiative aims to improve the environmental comfort of occupants, taking into account current climatic conditions and future forecasts.

The BuildingAdap project involves a collaborative effort between lecturers and researchers at the university, including Maria Manso, Elói Figueiredo, Vitor Antunes, João Canto, Joana Lage, and graduate student Rubén Teixeira. The aim is to identify the best rehabilitation strategies to ensure a healthier and more comfortable environment on campus.

As part of this project, various sensors have been implemented on campus to monitor air quality and thermal comfort. These sensors will be used to measure indoor and outdoor air quality, identify sources of air pollutant emissions and assess air quality via the national network's monitoring stations. In addition, mitigation measures will be analysed and applied to reduce environmental impact and improve comfort conditions for all building users.

The images show some of the equipment recently installed on the Lusófona University campus, which will play a crucial role in collecting data and analysing environmental conditions. This project reflects the university's commitment to innovation and sustainability, providing a teaching environment that is better adapted to the climate demands of the future.