Research Direction 1: Adaptation of Eco-systems Under Global Changes
Our research focuses on evaluating the impacts of environmental changes on the valuation of ecosystem services, particularly in social-ecological system interactions. Recent projects include assessing ecosystem service value changes and developing adaptive strategies for communities and ecosystems to respond to environmental shifts.
Research Direction 2: Sustainability and Security of Critical Environmental Resources
Our team is pioneering innovative approaches to combat climate change using bamboo, currently assessing its feasibility in Taiwan, contributing to Taiwan’s green energy policies and climate resilience strategies.
Research Direction 3: Environmental Resilience of Cities and Communities
Our research aims to enhance urban and community resilience by developing a Land-Use Change Database for Taiwan. This project supports evidence-based policy making and provides tools to assess and manage urban resilience against extreme weather events and promote sustainable urban planning.
Research Direction 4: Human Health and Wellbeing Under Dynamic Environmental Changes
Our research evaluates the health impacts of air pollution and develops adaptation strategies for heat-stress exposure. Collaborating with the Air Quality Research Center (AQRC), we conduct risk assessments for specific air pollution sources and propose strategies to mitigate health risks from environmental stressors.
Research Direction 5: Societal Transformation and Governance for Sustainability
Our focus is on facilitating a societal transition to net-zero emissions while enhancing the policy translation and social communication of sustainability science. We contribute to the Academia Sinica Net-Zero Pathway Analysis, creating policy white papers that provide actionable insights into technological pathways and societal engagement to foster a sustainable circular economy.
