Questions to investigate
- Where do people spend time outdoors?
- How do shade and surface materials differ?
- What improvement could the school consider?
Climate & communities · Illustrative project
Where does our school feel the heat?
Investigate shade, surfaces, and how people use school spaces. Turn observations into a practical design proposal.
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A starting point for inquiry, not a tested intervention. Develop the project with an adult mentor and relevant local experts.
A possible public product
A heat and shade map for school decision-makers.
How you might measure progress
Compare observations at consistent times and record weather conditions.
Use AI thoughtfully
Use AI to develop interview questions or compare possible approaches. Check claims against original sources and local expert advice. Keep private information out of prompts.
Before you start
Agree access, permissions, safe observation methods and responsibilities with your school or adult organizer. Avoid collecting personal information and make sure proposed changes are reviewed by the people responsible for the space.
Let’s make a start
Help young people make
a contribution that matters.
Tell us about your people, your place, and the questions you want to explore.
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