Invitation for Three Days Workshop On June 19*- 21%, 2024 F-50 HALL Chepauk Campus, |Chennai -/5 eres De Ca ee Ct eT IN TS Mae ORC Mer eM UCU re sd E BECO ueDear Sir/Madam, It gives us immense pleasure to invite you for a Three days National Workshop on “Cooling Chennai: Developing Resilient Urban Strategies against Heat waves and Urban Heat Islands’on June 19- 21, 2024 at University of Madras, Chepauk, Chennai- 600 005 ‘The Workshop aims to create awareness towards developing a science — based environmental policy specifically designed for Chennai. This policy shall serve as a model for other cities across the country. The Workshop will focus on robust urban planning, enhanced infrastructure resilience, improved public health systems, and comprehensive environmental strategies to mitigate the compounded effects of urban heat islands and global heat waves. We are honored to collaborate with Takshashila Institution, Bangalore, as a Knowledge Partner. The workshop will bring together various stakeholders, including Government Departments from Tamil Nadu and Government of India, academic institutions, NGOs’, Prominent scholars, distinguished academicians, consultants, professionals, Architect and Builders from across the India are expected to participate in the above workshop and deliberate on the various issues and challenges confronting Urban Heat in India and globally. This multi disciplinary approach will ensure a holistic strategy that addresses our city's localized needs, We extend our warm invitation to you and your colleagues to join either as a Plenary Speaker /Invited Session Speaker/ Special Paper Presenter /Participant. With warm regards, Dr. M. SAKTHIVEL (Workshop - Director) About our University ‘The University of Madras will be entering 167th year ofits establishment in 2023-2024. ‘The University of Madras, organised on the model of London University, was incorporated on 5th September 1857, by an act of the Legislative Council of India. The University has as its motto 'Doctrina Vim Promovet Insitam' meaning ‘learning promotes (one's) innate talent’. University of Madras is a Mother University of many Universities of southern India. The University is now functioning at four campuses Chennai City, Tamil Nadu. At present, the University of Madras has jurisdiction thatis confined to three districts of Tamil Nadu viz., Chennai, Thiruvallur and Chengalpet. ‘The University provides affiliation to the newly established colleges which fall under its jurisdiction. It offers Post Graduate and Research Education through its dedicated departments UG and PG Programmes through its affiliated institutions. Based on its academic achievements, the University of Madras has been accredited at the A++ Grade level by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and conferred with the “University with potential for Excellence” status by UGC.About Department of Geography ‘The Department of Geography has been the flag bearer Geographic Science teaching and training ever since it established in the year 1932. The Department of Geography is National Centre Advance Study in GIS, Digital Image Processing and Data Management GIS. The digital Cartography Laboratory was established under Waterloo University linkage program which was funded by CIDA. The Department is also supported by Common Wealth Commission, UKIERI, UK for offering P.G Programme on Sustainable Development with Staffordshire University, Northampton University, UK during 2004 - 2007. The Geomatics Laboratory has been developed under UGC — SAP and DST - FIST programmes. The Department has conducted various short term programmes on GIS, Remote Sensing & GPS. The Department offers post Graduates M. Sc., in Applied Geography and M. Tech., Geoinformatics. The Department is involved in developing curriculum and teaching in B. Sc., and M. Sc., Geography under Distance Education Mode. Genesis of the Workshop Urban heat, a pressing issue, significantly impacts the quality of life in cities. The urban Strategies against Heat waves and Urban Heat Islands,’ will delve into these issues heat island effect, where densely populated areas experience higher temperatures than rural areas, is a key contributor. This can lead to increased incidence of heat-related illnesses and even mortality, especially among the elderly and those with pre-existing health conditions. Moreover, high temperatures can reduce comfort levels and diminish social interactions, leading to the need for air conditioning and higher energy consumption. This elevates individual and municipal costs and contributes to greater greenhouse gas emissions, Overall, urban heat can degrade living conditions, reduce environmental quality, and increase economic burdens on urban residents. The potential impacts of rising temperatures in Chennai, a major city in India, could be significant and multifaceted. Given Chennai's coastal location, it is particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change, including increased temperatures, Our workshop, ‘Cooling Chennai: Developing Resilient Urban, offering insights, strategies, and solutions to address the challenges of urban heat in Chennai. 1. Health Risks: Higher temperatures can lead to a surge in heat-related illnesses, such as heat strokes, dehydration, and exacerbation of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. The urban poor, elderly, and children are especially at risk. The combination of heat waves and the urban heat island effect can lead to significant public health crises. Heat-related illnesses can inerease and strain the city'shealthcare systems. 2, Water Scarcity: Chennai, a city that has already faced critical water shortages, is at a tipping point. Rising temperatures could exacerbate this issue. Increasedevaporation rates and the possibility of altered rainfall patterns may lead to more frequent and severe droughts, stressing the city's water supply systems. 3. Energy Demand: As temperatures rise, so will the demand for cooling through air conditioners and fans, increasing energy consumption. This could strain the city's energy infrastructure, especially during peak summer months, potentially leading to power outages. 4, Economic Impact: High temperatures can reduce worker productivity, especially in heat-exposed industries like construction and manufacturing. Additionally, frequent power outages and water shortages can disrupt businesses and services. 5. Infrastructure Stress: High temperatures can stress the city's infrastructure. Roads, bridges, and railways may degrade faster under prolonged heat, leading to higher maintenance costs and potential disruptions. Air Quality: Pollution is a persistent issue in Chennai, with vehicular emissions, industrial activities, and construction dust contributing to poor air quality. Increased temperatures can lead to the formation of ground-level ozone, which exacerbates air pollution and poses serious health risks. 7. Urban Wildlife and Vegetation: Increased urban heat can affect local flora and fauna, potentially reducing biodiversity in urban parks and wetlands. Plants may suffer from heat stress, and local wildlife could find it increasingly difficult to survive in the altered conditions. ‘The three-day national workshop to create awareness towards developing a pioneering, science-based environmental policy designed for Chennai. The policy shall serve as a model for other cities across the country. The workshop will focus on robust urban planning, enhanced infrastructure resilience, improved public health systems, and comprehensive environmental strategies to mitigate the compounded effects of urban heat islands and global heat waves. ‘The Department of Geography at the University of Madras, a pioneer in urban planning, climate-related studies, Applied geography, and Geoinformatics, and the ‘Takshashila Institution, a leading publi policy institution with strong expertise in Geospatial research are organising three-day in-person workshop jointly. The workshop aims to discuss the different impacts of urban heat, its causative factors, and workable mitigating factors to assist developing a policy to help the government build a comprehensive heat mitigation plan for the city. Workshop Aim and Objectives ‘This workshop initiative will leverage discussion on utilising cutting-edge geospatial technologies to tailor solutions to Chennai's unique microclimates, ensuring that our strategies are both effective and sustainable. By integrating the efforts of various stakeholders, including state and central government departments, we aim to create a holisticmitigation strategy that addresses our city's localized needs.Chennai has the potential to lead the nation by being the first to implement such an extensive and multifaceted environmental plan. This workshop is not just about theoretical planning; it's about laying the groundwork for tangible, actionable policies that will safeguard our city against the increasing impacts of heat on a local and global scale. We invite you to support this essential initiative, which will enhance the quality of life in Chennai and set a benchmark for environmental planning nationwide. Workshop Themes ‘The Workshop will deliberate upon the following themes. Theme: “Cooling Chennai: Developing Resilient Urban Strategies against Heat waves and Urban Heat Islands“ Sub-Theme: % Understanding Urban Heat and its Impacts Health Risks Associated with Urban Heat Water Scarcity and Urban Heat Energy Demand and Economic Impact of Urban Heat % Strategies and Technologies for Mitigation Infrastructure Resilience to Heat Stress Enhancing Air Quality and Urban Green Spaces Hands-on Session: Mapping Urban Heat Islands Using Remote Sensing Case Studies and Best Practices from Other Cities # Collaborative Planning and Policy Development Integrating Stakeholders Efforts - Government, Private Sector and Community Coordinating Game: Simulating Inter-Departmental Coordination for Heat Mitigation Developing a Comprehensive Heat Mitigation Policy for Chennai All accepted full papers will be published in the Workshop Proceedings, which will have ISBNs and likely be released on the Workshop day. Who Should Attend? Academicians, Researchers, Research scholars, Students, Builders, Architect, Engineers, NGOs, Policymakers, Business Consultant, Entrepreneurs, Investor Public & Private Sectors, Representative from: Torism, Agriculture and other releavant Services, Industry Sectors Banking, Advertising/Branding, Marketing, Legal, ete. Submission Process: Abstract and Full Paper must be submitted to unomecuhi2024@gmail.com, mathisakthi22@gmail.com Length: Full papers should not exceed 3000 words (including references),Title: The title should be brief. Abstract: The abstract should be 150 words or less and include up to five keywords related to the paper. Headings: Should be short and clear. The paper should have an Introduction, Literature Review, Objectives, Methodology, Limitations / Scope for Future Work, and Conclusion. Format: The paper should have a cover page with the title, author's name, complete address, telephone number and author's email. These details should also be provided for each co-author. Correspondence will be sent to the first author unless otherwise indicated. ‘Margins: 2.5 cm. or Linch, Font: Times New Roman, 12 points, Spacing: 1.5, References: itation to other publications must be in standard style. At the end of the paper, areference list in alphabetical order must be given as follows: For books: Surname, initials, (year), title, publisher, place of publication. eg., Mckenzie J. (1996), Paradox: The New Strategic Dimension, McGraw-Hill, Berkshire. For journals: surname, initials, (year), journal, volume (number), pages. eg., Volberda H.W. (1997), Building Flexible Organization for Fast Moving Markets, Long Range Planning, 30 (2), 169183. REGISTRATION FEE Registration fee Delegates from Industry/NGO's Rs. 2000 Govt. Officials, Academicians, Research Scholars & Students __Rs. 1000 Registration fees shall be paid using Demand Draft/ Online favouring “The Registrar, University of Madras,” payable at Chennai. Delegates are requested to write their details on the reverse side of the Demand Draft. Registration fees, once paid, will not be refunded. It includes registration for the Workshop, High Tea and Lunch, and a Workshop kit. The participants are requested to arrange accommodation at their own cost. The Abstract and Full Paper must be submitted to unomecuhi2024@gmail.com, mathisakthi22@gmail.com. IMPORTANT DATES Workshop Date Sunel9-21, 2024 Last date for Registration Tune 12", 2024FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT. Dr. M. Sakthivel Dr. Y. Nithiyanandam Professor & Head Professor & Head Department of Geography Geospatial Research Programme University of Madras, Guindy Campus | Takshashila Institution Chennai 600 025, Bengaluru - 560001 Ph: +919444600114, +916380350513 Ph: +91 9643996496 Email: unomecuhi2024@gmail.com, _| Email id: nithiyanandam@takshashila.org.in mathisakthi22@gmail.com ORGANIZING COMMITTEE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS Workshop Chief Patron : Thiru, A. Karthick, IAS Principal Secretary to Govt, Higher Education Chairman, VC Convener Committee, University of Madras, Chennai - 5. Workshop Patron : Thiru, K. Veera Raghava Rao, IAS Commissioner, DoTE, Member, VC Convener Committee, University of Madras, Chennai - 5. Prof. Sarit Kumar Das, Ph.D Institute Professor, IIT Madras, Member VC Convener Committee University of Madras, Chennai - 5. Workshop Convener : Prof. S, Elumalai, Ph.D., Registrar Workshop Director : Dr. M, Sakthivel, Ph.D., Professor & Head Workshop Coordinators : Dr. R. Jaganathan, Ph.D., Professor Dr. G. Bhaskaran, Ph.D., Professor Dr. S. Sanjeevi Prasad, Ph.D., Assistant Professor Organising Secretary : Dr. Y, Nithiyanandam, PhD., Professor & Head, Geospatial Research Programme, Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru — 560 001. y— Knowledge Partner —4 TAKSHASHILA INSTITUTION= Department of Geography University of Madras, Guindy Campus, Chennai - 600 025, Tamil Nadu, India Invitation forThree Days Workshop on “Cooling Chennai: Developing Resilient Urban Strategies against Heat waves and Urban Heat Islands” June 19"- 21", 2024 F-50 HALL Chepauk Campus, Chennai - 5 DELEGATES REGISTRATION FORM Name Designation Organization/Institutio Correspondence Address. : Mobile E-mail Demand Draft Details Rupees Dated Bank Branch Date: Signature: Note: * Demand Draft/ Online payment should be taken in favour of “The Registrar, University of Madras,” Payable at Chennai + The registration fee and duly filled Registration form must reach the workshop Director on or before 12/06/2024. + Fullpapershould be sent to the email ID -unomecuhi@gmail.com, mathisakthi22@gmail.com COMMUNICATION ADDRESS Dr.M. Sakthivel, Ph. Dr. Y. Nithiyanandam, Ph.D., Workshop Director, Professor &Head Organising Secretary Department of Geography Professor & Head University of Madras Geospatial Research Programme Guindy Campus, Chennai - 600025 ‘Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru - 560001 Contact: +9194446 00114 Contact: +91 96439 96496Oa & QV Invitation for Three Days Workshop On Cooling Chennai: Developing Resilient Urban Strategies against Heat waves and Urban Heat Islands June 19"- 21", 2024 F-50 HALL Chepauk Campus, Chennai - 5 To COMMUNICATION ADDRESS Dr. M. Sakthivel, Ph.D., Dr. Y. Nithiyanandam, Ph.D., Workshop Director, Professor & Head Organising Secretary Department of Geography Professor & Head University of Madras Geospatial Research Programme Guindy Campus, Chennai-600025 —Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru - 560001 Contact: +91 94446 00114 Contact: +91 96439 96496