Extreme Heat is the deadliest type of weather event in the world. In cities, where extreme heat and humidity events are intensified by large built-up areas, vulnerable communities are at even greater risk for health complications and mortality from high heat events.
Cooling solutions can be developed to support at-risk populations in cities through built shade structures, greening strategies and planning mechanisms that provide ready-access to cooling centers.
Building natural-material systems to support cooling, reduce flooding and and increase bio-diversity are scalable strategies that can be implemented by neighborhoods, larger communities and regions.
