With the UrbanBetter Cityzen App, participants capture urban exposures that influence the quality of air, the movements and food consumption of citizens, as these exposures are relevant for both human health and climate health action. Users are invited to document potential sources of hazardous or protective health and climate exposures while doing physical actitvities, such as walking, running or biking. They can also document the impact of extreme weather events on their environment, their physical activity and other activities that influence their health and well-being.
Moreover, citizen scientists using the UrbanBetter Cityzen App are encouraged to use the data to inform advocacy and activism initiatives to contribute to appropriate decision-making that shapes the future of cities and increase the demand for healthier spaces. The data can also be used to anticipate needs and inform tailored public health messaging and climate adaptation to improve health outcomes and climate resilience.
