Climate change doesn’t impact communities equally. Long-term health, social and economic conditions shape a neighborhood’s ability to withstand floods, droughts and other intensifying climate risks.

In this Vital Signs article (just a four-minute read), you’ll find out how communities experiencing multiple social crises — like those resulting in homelessness — are at disproportionately high risk for the deadly impacts of climate change.

You'll also discover EDF's Climate Vulnerability Index, a tool that enables communities, policymakers and organizations to proactively pinpoint risks and enhance resilience in the face of a changing climate — so all communities can thrive and benefit from a safer, healthier future.