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Lecturer in Environmental Intelligence- University of Plymouth, UK
Charlie Lam is the lead author of the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change's (IPCC) Working Group II on Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability. His cross-cultural perspectives and extensive global connections—shaped by his upbringing in Hong Kong, academic training in Australia, and academic appointments in China and the UK—make him uniquely positioned to lead transnational research. Before
His research examines how climate change and urban design influence human health and well-being. Working across urban climate, public health, built environment, and social science, he specialises in heat–health interactions, climate monitoring, and adaptation strategies including urban greenery, aiming to create more liveable and climate-resilient cities worldwide.
Research grants and publications
He has already published 35+ journal articles and four book chapters.
‘Future Earth’ Early-Career Fellowship (2023)
National Natural Science Foundation of China: ‘The Impact of Lift-up Design and Semi-open Settings on Thermal and Wind Environment in Street Canyons’ (2020-2022)
Guangzhou Urban Planning & Design Survey Research Institute: ‘research on key technologies and guiding principles for sustainable urban heat mitigation in Guangzhou’ (2022)
Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province: ‘The Impact of Human Thermal Adaptation and Visual Comfort on Outdoor Thermal Comfort in Guangzhou’ (2018-2021)
Academic career
2023 - present Lecturer in Environmental Intelligence, University of Plymouth, UK
2017 - 2023 Research Fellow - Sun Yat-sen University, China
Qualifications
2017 PhD in Atmospheric Sciences- Monash University, Australia
2012 BA (Hons) Geography and Environmental Science- Monash University, Australia
Professional memberships
Fellow, Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
International Association for Urban Climate (IAUC)
International Society of Biometeorology (ISB)
Indoor Environment and Health Branch, Chinese Society for Environmental Sciences
Roles on external bodies
Editorial advisory board member: International Journal of Biometeorology
Guest editor: Sustainability (Urban Climate and Health)
Guest editor: Atmosphere (Monitoring and Modelling Air Pollution and Thermal Environment through Applications in Urban Areas)
Teaching interests
I am the program leader of the MSc Data Science and Environmental Intelligence: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/msc-data-science-and-environmental-intelligence
Youtube video of MSc Data Science and Environmental Intelligence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJKPdHfN7Qs
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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Making intra-urban monitoring ‘a walk in the park’: A mobile monitoring approach for assessing pedestrians’ environmental conditions
Lam, C. K. C., Alnaqshabandy, H., Lewin, S., Morewood, J., Xie, X. & Goodhew, S., 31 Jul 2025, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Building and Environment. 284, 113487.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Effects of perceived environmental quality and psychological status on outdoor thermal comfort: a panel study in Southern China
Lam, C. K. C., Pan, H., Nie, W., Li, X., Wu, J., Yin, Z. & Han, J., Oct 2024, In: Sustainable Cities and Society. 112, 105578.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Insights from Early Career Researcher Representatives at the Sustainability Research & Innovation Congress 2022 Asia Spotlight Event
Lam, C. K. C., 2024, In: Indigenous Studies and Cultural Diversity . 1, 2, p. 53-69Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Assessment of urban physical features on summer thermal perceptions using the local climate zone classification
Lam, C. K. C., Shooshtarian, S. & Kenawy, I., 15 May 2023, In: Building and Environment. 236, 0Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Influence of built environment on outdoor thermal comfort: A comparative study of new and old urban blocks in Guangzhou
Deng, X., Nie, W., Li, X., Wu, J., Yin, Z., Han, J., Pan, H. & Lam, C. K. C., Apr 2023, In: Building and Environment. 234, 0Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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