AdaptAction: Learn How to Adapt to Climate Change

Imagine an interactive space where questions come to life and imagining solutions to global problems becomes possible. This is AdaptAction - Connecting solutions for climate change, an interactive experience within the MEETmeTonight 2024 science outreach event designed to engage and inspire visitors for a more sustainable future. The exhibit will be available for visitors again after the event in the Bocconi campus while the content will be repurposed for high school students as part of the AdaptAction@School orientation initiative.

As a matter of fact, an integral part of our university's mission is to bring knowledge out of our lecture theaters into the city and within society, and this is all the more true when it comes to addressing issues of such importance to the younger generations.

AdaptAction is a concentration of innovation and research dedicated to climate change adaptation, divided into four macro-themes.

1. Cities: redesigning urban spaces

How are cities evolving to become more resilient? New sustainable mobility solutions and urban regeneration interventions that aim to achieve ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) goals by redesigning metropolises to adapt to climate change.

2. Agriculture: rethinking livestock and crop supply chains

Traditional agriculture has a significant impact on the environment and society. Regenerative agriculture and a more sustainable food supply chain can become powerful tools for climate change mitigation and adaptation.

3. Synergies: redefining international collaboration.

Addressing climate change requires multilateral strategies. Countries and institutions can work together to establish common ground and shared goals, promoting globally coordinated actions.

4. Impacts: redesigning environmental policy measurement tools.

What are the effects of human activities on the environment, economy and society? Innovative tools for measuring the benefits and risks of the transition to a sustainable future.

Inside AdaptAction, visitors have the opportunity to explore cutting-edge research through an interactive exhibit prepared with contributions from Valentina Bosetti, professor of Environmental and Climate Change Economics; Gianmarco Ottaviano, holder of the Boroli Chair in European Studies; Edoardo Croci, coordinator of the Green Economy Observatory and director of the Sustainable Urban Regeneration Lab; Vitaliano Fiorillo, director of the Agribusiness lab; and Fabrizio Zerbini, director of the Mobius lab.

Visitors can move freely through the exhibition space, creating customized paths to discover the most relevant data and innovative research. Using their smartphones, everyone can interact with exhibit elements to view digital content such as videos, infographics, and images that deal with complex topics while making them accessible and easy to understand. This technology turns personal screens into dynamic interfaces that enhance the learning experience and encourage a collective view of issues.

One of the most fascinating aspects of AdaptAction is the digital platform created specifically for the event. This platform collects visitor interactions and multimedia content, creating a living ecosystem that will continue to grow and engage audiences long after the event is over. This is made possible through collaboration with design company Logotel, Limiteazero, and Factanza, a media company known for its commitment to making information accessible to younger generations.

AdaptAction is not just a journey through information; it is an experience designed to leave a deep impression. It captures the visitor on an emotional level through powerful questions that invite reflection on possible future scenarios and individual actions; on the other hand, it provides a clear picture of interactions between different fields, highlighting the interdisciplinary nature of Bocconi research.