Data Justice for Urban Climate Impacts in Lagos and Harare

Project Overview

This doctoral project explores data justice in the production and use of urban climate information to understand how such data shapes climate adaptation policies and responses. By focusing on two case studies, Lagos and Harare, the research uncovers how climate impacts are represented and whose knowledge is prioritized or marginalized. The project aims to reveal implications of data-driven governance for climate justice and promote more equitable climate adaptation.

What You Will Do

You will conduct independent, qualitative or mixed-methods research on urban climate change adaptation, undertake fieldwork in Lagos and Harare, and complete international secondments at ICLEI Africa and Uppsala University. Training and professional development are integrated within the MSCA Doctoral Network enhancing career prospects.

Expected Outcomes

The research will produce novel insights into the politics of climate data in urban contexts, highlight inequalities in adaptation processes, and suggest pathways for inclusive climate governance and justice. Findings will inform policy design for more equitable climate resilience strategies in rapidly urbanizing cities.

Why This Matters

As cities face increasing climate extremes, ensuring that climate data and adaptation measures are just and inclusive is critical. This project addresses urgent gaps by examining the social dimensions of data use in climate governance, helping to reduce inequalities and protect vulnerable urban populations from climate risks.