Join the Committee on Data (CODATA) for a webinar which will be held on 2 September 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00 AM UTC to learn how actionable data, inclusive strategies, and innovative funding can transform urban heat islands into cooler, more resilient, and more equitable cities for the future.
Cities, with their concrete landscapes and limited green cover, can become significantly warmer than surrounding rural areas, intensifying health risks, energy demands, and social vulnerabilities. These impacts are often concentrated in low-income or marginalized communities, exacerbating existing inequalities.
This webinar will explore how data, governance, and climate finance can converge to combat urban heat. Through high-resolution environmental data and community-level assessments, cities can identify hotspots and prioritize interventions such as nature-based solutions, reflective infrastructure, and improved urban planning. The discussion will highlight the importance of cross-sectoral collaboration and equitable financing mechanisms to ensure that adaptation efforts serve all urban residents—especially the most vulnerable.
The webinar will be conducted as a dynamic, engaging exchange with short 5 minute presentations from each panelist followed by discussion.
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