Fondazione GRINS
Growing Resilient,
Inclusive and Sustainable
Galleria Ugo Bassi 1, 40121, Bologna, IT
C.F/P.IVA 91451720378
Finanziato dal Piano Nazionale di Ripresa e Resilienza (PNRR), Missione 4 (Infrastruttura e ricerca), Componente 2 (Dalla Ricerca all’Impresa), Investimento 1.3 (Partnership Estese), Tematica 9 (Sostenibilità economica e finanziaria di sistemi e territori).



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This study proposes an enhanced macroseismic framework for regional seismic risk assessment that accounts for litho-stratigraphic site effects and refines building exposure modelling using open-access spatial datasets. The methodology is applied to the Campania region in southern Italy, combining official census data with high-resolution building height estimates to disaggregate structural typologies into three classes: low-rise (1-3 storeys), mid-rise (4-7 storeys), and high-rise (≥ 8 storeys), associated with distinct vibration period ranges. In addition, the year of construction and the conservation status of the buildings are considered to refine the vulnerability assessment. Seismic hazard is quantified through period-dependent spectral acceleration, which is then converted to macroseismic intensity. The results reveal significant spatial variability in damage scenarios and repair costs, driven by both structural typology and site conditions. Metropolitan areas exhibit the highest vulnerability and economic impact, with site amplification increasing estimated regional repair costs by over 60 %. The proposed GIS-compatible methodology offers a replicable and policy-relevant tool for supporting seismic risk mitigation, urban resilience planning, and targeted retrofitting strategies.
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This study was funded by the European Union - NextGenerationEU, in the framework of the GRINS - Growing Resilient, INclusive and Sustainable project (GRINS PE00000018). The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union, nor can the European Union be held responsible for them.
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