Innovative solutions to a growing challenge
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John,
In recent weeks, extreme heat waves in cities have shut down schools, closed
businesses, and caused hundreds of deaths.
The wide-ranging impacts were a tragic reminder that rising temperatures are
more than a climate change issue. Extreme heat is a public health issue. It's
an economic issue. And because it often has disparate effects on communities
that can least afford to adapt, heat is also an equity issue.
Bloomberg Philanthropies is working with mayors and local leaders around the
world to help cities cope with rising temperatures and create resilient,
healthy urban environments for everyone. Check out our video "Cities vs. Rising
Heat" to learn more about this growing challenge, and see some of the
innovative solutions being implemented:
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Cities vs. Rising Heat is the latest video in our Building the Future series,
where we rethink and reimagine big issues in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Using data-based insights, real-world projects, and the experience and
expertise of Bloomberg Philanthropies teams, we explore the challenges of today
and share solutions to help improve and save lives for years to come.
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The effects of extreme heat on cities is the result of a changing climate,
combined with design and policy choices made over many years. Multiple elements
can amplify high temperatures, from tree coverage and roof surface colors, to
systemic racism in urban planning -- which has a heat legacy that can be seen
from space.
Watch to learn more about the challenges cities face as temperatures rise,
and see how creative, collaborative strategies can help make cities more
livable and vibrant:
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Thanks,
Bloomberg Philanthropies
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About our work
Bloomberg Philanthropies invests in 810 cities and 170 countries around the
world to ensure better, longer lives for the greatest number of people. The
organization focuses on five key areas for creating lasting change: Public
Health, Education, Government Innovation, Environment, and the Arts.
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Public Health
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Education
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Government
Innovation
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Environment
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The Arts
Bloomberg Philanthropies encompasses all of Michael R. Bloomberg's giving,
including his foundation, corporate, and personal philanthropy as well as
Bloomberg Associates, a pro bono consultancy that works in cities around the
world. In 2020, Bloomberg Philanthropies distributed $1.6 billion.
Learn more at Bloomberg.org
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