Sustainable Development Goals at Baku State University.

On November 19, 2025, a scientific seminar was held at the Faculty of Ecology and Soil Science of Baku State University. The seminar featured a presentation by Şahnaz Amanova, PhD in Economics, lecturer at the Department of Soil Science and Real Estate Cadastre, on the topic “Climate-adaptive cities: management models for reducing heat risks (Case study of Shirvan city).”

Using satellite imagery analysis and GIS technologies, Amanova identified urban heat islands in the city and evaluated the combined effects of natural and anthropogenic factors on the urban climate.

Based on analyses of Landsat and Sentinel satellite data, the study tracked changes in the city’s landscape from 1975 to 2025 and projected future urban development trends.

The research resulted in the creation of a zoning map of climate risks, identifying areas prone to flooding, heat waves, and drought. Based on these findings, Amanova proposed management models to mitigate and reduce the identified climate risks.

The seminar concluded with a Q&A session, during which participants’ questions were addressed.

SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 15 (Life on Land)