Author: Maria Bednarska

AI pilot at Hadrian’s Wall: Kassandra joins UNESCO-led effort to protect hidden archaeology

We’re proud that the UK National Commission for UNESCO is highlighting Hadrian’s Wall — and that Kassandra is part of this pioneering effort with The Vindolanda Trust to protect hidden archaeology at the Vindolanda Roman Fort UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Together, we are piloting the use of AI, environmental sensor networks and climate-aware projections to create predictive subsoil risk maps and future scenarios, helping safeguard undiscovered archaeology before it is lost. Supported by data from The National Lottery Heritage Fund-backed Magna Project, this is among the first initiatives of its kind in a UNESCO World Heritage landscape.

The pilot builds on the £1.8m Climate Change & UNESCO Heritage (CCUH) project, co-led with the UK Department for Culture, Media and Sport, and advances our mission to show how UNESCO sites can lead the way in climate resilience, data integration and heritage protection. Heritage is not only about the past — it is a foundation for a more resilient, sustainable future.

Kassandra selected as a Finalist for the Seoul Design Award 2025!

The Seoul Design Award recognizes projects that create more harmonious and sustainable relationships between people, society, the environment and nature, tackling urban environmental challenges with design-driven innovation.

Kassandra was highlighted in the Cities & Communities category (Spatial/System design) for its use of AI-based decision-making and advanced Digital Twin technology to support resilient and sustainable management of historic urban environments. By combining data-driven climate simulations with urban planning, we help cities, communities and insurers understand the long-term impacts of climate change and compare adaptation strategies to strengthen resilience.

A big thank you to the Seoul Metropolitan Government and the Seoul Design Foundation, the international jury, and our partners and clients who are applying Kassandra in real cities. This recognition motivates us to keep scaling climate resilience and sustainable design for urban heritage and communities worldwide.

Kassandra and COP30

Today marks the opening of COP30 in Belém, Brazil. As the global community gathers in the Amazon-region city of Belém for this pivotal climate summit, one of the central pillars is Adaptation & Resilience. The conference aims to define measurable indicators and targets for the Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA) — the framework established under the 2015 Paris Agreement to enhance adaptive capacity, bolster resilience and reduce vulnerability to climate-impacts.

Fully aligned with COP30’s program in Brazil, Kassandra puts Adaptation & Resilience at the heart of action — turning the GGA from pledge to practice for cities and critical infrastructure facing heat, floods, drought and wind extremes. In particular, Kassandra supports urban resilience and UNESCO heritage sites, where adaptation is both environmental and cultural.

They are talking about us! Kassandra launches two international projects with UNESCO and English Heritage.

Climate change is no longer a distant threat. It is a pressing reality that is putting at risk places of inestimable value, particularly UNESCO sites around the world. From desertification to wildfires, from floods to erosion, their futures are becoming increasingly uncertain. In the face of this global challenge, the digital platform for climate resilience, Kassandra, is taking concrete action.

Find out more about how climate change is threatening world heritage: /https://www.radiortm.it/2025/09/08/patrimonio-unesco-e-cambiamento-climatico-nuove-azioni-tra-italia-e-regno-unito-con-kassandra/

Studying climate change impacts on Audley End House and Gardens: Kassandra joins English Heritage initiative

We are delighted to have been asked to apply Kassandra at Audley End House and Gardens for English Heritage

The study will focus on the impact of climate change on the building designed by Robert Adam and the gardens designed by Capability Brown in the 1760s as well as visitor’s experience in the light of future climate challenges.

A great opportunity to pursue climate change management and future proofing of historic sites.

Kassandra to lead UNESCO U.K. study on safeguarding Hadrian’s Wall from climate change

Climate change is threatening world heritage. UNESCO U.K. has appointed Kassandra to study its effects on Hadrian’s Wall, starting with the fort of Vindolanda, where drought is already putting at risk the unique archaeological remains for which the site is renowned.

Kassandra will analyse climate and environmental data to develop new strategies for protecting this extraordinary World Heritage Site for future generations.

Kassandra showcased at URWAN Living Lab in Portugal to aupport sustainable water and climate solutions

Today we presented Kassandra at the URWAN Living Lab in Cuba, Portugal – a three-day event exploring how Nature-based Solutions can address water and climate challenges in Mediterranean towns.

Kassandra is contributing as an Integrated Decision Support System, helping local actors plan and implement sustainable, data-informed solutions.

Proud to be part of this dynamic and collaborative process.

Kassandra shortlisted for 2025 European Heritage Awards: a proud recognition!

We’re honoured that Kassandra was shortlisted for the 2025 European Heritage Awards / Europa Nostra Awards in the Research category.

To be considered alongside so many inspiring projects across Europe is already a great recognition. We didn’t win, but this experience has been deeply encouraging and a reminder of the importance of bridging heritage and climate resilience.

Thank you to Europa Nostra, the European Commission, and all who have supported and believed in this work.

Facing the climate crisis: Kassandra’s role highlighted at World Heritage UK Event

Great to be in London this week for the World Heritage UK workshop—an inspiring gathering of professionals dedicated to the future of our most treasured places. It was encouraging to see Kassandra mentioned in discussions around digital tools for climate resilience!

Fittingly, it was also the hottest May Day on record—an apt reminder that the climate crisis is not a future problem, but a present reality. The challenges facing World Heritage Sites are complex, but the innovation and commitment in the room gave real cause for hope.

Grateful for the connections made and the thoughtful conversations shared. Let’s keep the momentum going.

Collaboration in action: URWAN and Cardimed unite at Urban Green Horizons

At yesterday’s Urban Green Horizons event, Mark Cannata delivered a compelling talk on Kassandra and the importance of Nature-Based Solutions in urban environments, together with partners from Svimed Centro Euromediterraneo per lo Sviluppo Sostenibile, Iridra and Ancilazio.

The event also saw a successful twinning and knowledge exchange between two innovative EU projects: URWAN and Cardimed — highlighting the power of collaboration in addressing sustainability challenges.

It’s inspiring to witness these projects coming together to shape greener, more resilient cities for the future!