Activitiesoccur

Activitiesoccur is an interdisciplinary research consortium that studies the distribution and impact of human activities across physical, digital, and social environments. Founded in 2018 by a group of behavioral scientists, urban planners, and data analysts, the organization seeks to map and analyze patterns of activity to inform policy, design, and technology development.

The consortium’s core methodology combines large-scale sensor data, participatory surveys, and machine learning techniques to generate fine-grained activity maps. These maps illustrate when and where activities such as commuting, leisure, or work take place, as well as how they evolve over time. The resulting datasets are publicly available for academic and commercial use under a Creative Commons license.

Activitiesoccur’s research centers on several key themes. One focus area examines the relationship between built environments and activity diversity, providing evidence to support urban green space initiatives. Another examines the diffusion of digital activities, such as remote collaboration, across socioeconomic groups to identify digital inequalities. The consortium also studies the environmental footprint of everyday activities, contributing to climate mitigation strategies.

In addition to research, Activitiesoccur hosts an annual symposium that brings together scholars, practitioners, and industry stakeholders to discuss emerging trends and policy implications. The organization maintains partnerships with universities, municipal governments, and tech companies, facilitating the translation of research findings into actionable interventions.

Activitiesoccur’s contributions are regularly cited in peer‑reviewed journals, policy briefs, and industry reports, underscoring its role as a leading source of insight into how activities shape and are shaped by contemporary human societies.