Extreme heat events are becoming more frequent and intense, leaving older people more vulnerable in the community
Researchers at Griffith University are partnering with older members of the community to develop an early warning heat system in the home to ensure they and others can continue to live at home safely and comfortably.
The Ethos project’s in-home solution will allow older people and carers to
- monitor heat exposure
- identify risk in the home
- respond to heat-associated risks
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Sustainable Development Goals
Griffith University is aligned to the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and is committed to ensuring good health and wellbeing, reducing inequalities and combating climate change, working towards a healthier, fairer and more sustainable world for all.
Interested in participating?
The Ethos project is inviting older Queenslanders to register their interest in participating in the in-home trials of the early warning heat detection and response communication system during the 2024-2025 summer period.
Register now to join this important work.
Our team
We have a multidisciplinary team working on the project with a diverse range of backgrounds
What’s involved as a research participant
The Ethos project team will talk to people about how heat impacts them, coping strategies and solutions to keep cool.
There are a number of ways to participate:
Community events
Griffith hosted-events for older people, carers, policy makers, technical experts and researchers discuss heat-health issues.
Focus groups
Smaller groups exploring more in-depth issues raised through other research activities.
Technology pilot
Testing digital technology in the home.
Reference group
Establishing a reference group that supports the EtHOs project steering committee.
Contact us
For more information on the EtHOs project or about participating in the research, please contact us.