My area of investigation
I explored how Canadians perceive risk to heatwaves and receive information about heatwaves, and using smart thermostats to monitor indoor temperatures and collect data to better understand how people cope with extreme heat.
We deployed sensors in low-income settings, as these populations are unlikely to have smart thermostats. Working with local community housing partners, regional health authorities, our goal was to provide real-time insights on indoor temperatures to improve heat health warning systems (HARS).
Visit the indoor temperature study website to learn more about the project.
By leveraging everyday innovations available in the home, we can improve society, reduce health disparities, enable real-time data-driven decision making, and inform policy development.
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