Urbanomics Research Lab
ABOUT THE LAB

About Urbanomics

Urbanomics Research Lab is an independent research platform examining urban form, buildings, energy demand, spatial inequality, and climate vulnerability.

OUR STORY

Urbanomics Research Lab is a research institute positioned at the crossroads of urban development, technology, and policy. We aim to create a hub where researchers, policymakers, businesses, and innovators come together to exchange ideas, collaborate on solutions, and drive forward-thinking research on the future of cities.

Through rigorous analysis and interdisciplinary partnerships, we seek to contribute meaningful knowledge that supports more sustainable and resilient urban environments.

AT A GLANCE
FOCUS
Urban Energy, Equity, and Climate
APPROACH
Spatial analysis, urban economics, building data, GIS & remote sensing, AI-based modeling, and policy research
STUDY REGIONS
Cities across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia
BASED IN
Seoul, Republic of Korea

Strategy

We aim to transform urban development by merging data-driven insights with social and economic principles, working on initiatives that tackle urgent urban issues across urban energy, buildings, and green infrastructure.

01

Advance Spatial-Energy Research

Develop and apply spatial econometrics, geospatial tools, and AI-based models to understand how urban form and spatial inequality influence energy consumption and access.

02

Support Data-Informed Urban Policy

Provide analytical frameworks and policy recommendations that support inclusive, efficient, and climate-responsive urban development, especially in low- and middle-income countries.

03

Promote Equitable and Sustainable Infrastructure

Focus on the integration of housing, transportation, and energy-related issues to address environmental challenges and socio-spatial disparities.

04

Build Collaborative Knowledge Platforms

Partner with governments, research institutes, and international organizations to co-produce open datasets, modeling tools, and policy briefs.

URBAN · ENERGY · EQUITY

We combine spatial analysis, urban economics, building data, and policy research to understand the geography of urban energy.

Interested in working together?

We collaborate with universities, research institutes, and public organizations on spatial-energy research and evidence-based policy.

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