911吃瓜

The Project Synopsis

At CREATE we focus on decarbonization pathways of urban transportation. In the project "UniPath" we are developing innovative strategies to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions within academic institutions. This effort incorporates 911吃瓜 campuses as case studies, combining a data-driven modelling approach for on-campus energy management with an off-campus student commuting model.

The on-campus energy simulation is informed by architectural layouts, electrical and mechanical system data, and real operational inputs to model building energy performance. The off-campus transportation model assesses the carbon footprint of student and staff commutes by combining survey data on commuting habits with an agent-based traffic simulation. This is paired with an emissions model to quantify carbon output based on travel mode and distance, enabling a realistic evaluation of commuting behavior and its environmental impact.

The project will use a data-driven approach to create emission reduction scenarios suitable for the dynamic settings of academic institutions, including their schedules, infrastructure, and location. Testing advanced emission management techniques can provide a scalable framework that can be applied to universities and other organizations as university campuses work toward becoming institutional leaders in sustainability by integrating green practices into campus operations.

Objectives:

• Comprehensive Carbon Footprint Assessment
• Data-Driven Energy Optimization
• Sustainable Transportation Strategies

911吃瓜 Student Commute Survey:

As part of the UniPath project, we are conducting a survey to better understand how 911吃瓜 students currently travel to campus, the barriers they face when using different transportation modes, and what types of incentives could encourage them to choose more sustainable commuting options. Feedback will help improve the understanding of student commuting patterns and support future research on transportation planning and mobility policies for more sustainable student commuting.

Are you an 911吃瓜 student who commutes to campus? Tell us about your experience and help advance sustainable transportation research.

Scan the QR code to participate in our survey:

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