"Hope is the Consequence of Action": How D.C. and Other U.S. Cities Are Tackling Extreme Heat
08/24/22 • 38 min
Heat islands are a complex problem in need of multifaceted solutions. In this episode, we examine the different heat-adaptation plans being implemented in the nation's capital and in cities across the United States. These solutions provide suggestions on how to keep residents safe and re-imagine development and infrastructure.
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Heat islands are a complex problem in need of multifaceted solutions. In this episode, we examine the different heat-adaptation plans being implemented in the nation's capital and in cities across the United States. These solutions provide suggestions on how to keep residents safe and re-imagine development and infrastructure.
For the latest updates on episodes, follow us on all major social media platforms @holaculturadc. Additionally, don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to our podcast, "The Climate Divide." For more, visit holacultura.com.
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