The study examines the impact of mitigation measures on the urban heat island (UHI) phenomenon in Modena, Italy. Urban planners are increasingly focusing on UHI due to its significant effects on thermal comfort and public health. The EU-UHI Project selected an industrial area in Modena as a pilot area to test mitigation strategies. The RayMan model was used to estimate bioclimatic discomfort based on the human radiative budget. Simulations were conducted to assess the effects of greenery and building modifications on UHI intensity. The study focused on the Villaggio Artigiano area, a former industrial district in Modena. The area was chosen for its potential for urban regeneration and the presence of a central car park. The study evaluated various scenarios, including changes in building heights, the introduction of trees, and the replacement of asphalt with grass. The results showed that introducing trees significantly reduced bioclimatic discomfort, especially during daytime hours. The presence of trees provided substantial shading, reducing thermal discomfort by about 2°C per hour. Grass surfaces also had a positive effect on thermal comfort, though less pronounced than trees. The study highlights the importance of green spaces in mitigating UHI effects. The results suggest that introducing trees and grass can effectively reduce urban temperatures and improve thermal comfort. The findings emphasize the need for urban planning strategies that incorporate green areas to combat the UHI effect. The study also underscores the importance of involving local stakeholders in urban planning to ensure effective implementation of mitigation measures. The results demonstrate that even small-scale interventions can have a significant impact on urban heat island effects, making them a valuable tool for urban planners and policymakers.The study examines the impact of mitigation measures on the urban heat island (UHI) phenomenon in Modena, Italy. Urban planners are increasingly focusing on UHI due to its significant effects on thermal comfort and public health. The EU-UHI Project selected an industrial area in Modena as a pilot area to test mitigation strategies. The RayMan model was used to estimate bioclimatic discomfort based on the human radiative budget. Simulations were conducted to assess the effects of greenery and building modifications on UHI intensity. The study focused on the Villaggio Artigiano area, a former industrial district in Modena. The area was chosen for its potential for urban regeneration and the presence of a central car park. The study evaluated various scenarios, including changes in building heights, the introduction of trees, and the replacement of asphalt with grass. The results showed that introducing trees significantly reduced bioclimatic discomfort, especially during daytime hours. The presence of trees provided substantial shading, reducing thermal discomfort by about 2°C per hour. Grass surfaces also had a positive effect on thermal comfort, though less pronounced than trees. The study highlights the importance of green spaces in mitigating UHI effects. The results suggest that introducing trees and grass can effectively reduce urban temperatures and improve thermal comfort. The findings emphasize the need for urban planning strategies that incorporate green areas to combat the UHI effect. The study also underscores the importance of involving local stakeholders in urban planning to ensure effective implementation of mitigation measures. The results demonstrate that even small-scale interventions can have a significant impact on urban heat island effects, making them a valuable tool for urban planners and policymakers.