Coupling rising temperatures with higher surface temperatures has the potential to render many areas within the Intermountain West region uncomfortable, if not dangerous, without aggressive air conditioning usage and consequent increases in energy consumption. As is often the case, the risks associated with higher temperatures impact the most sensitive populations, including children, the elderly, those with health conditions and low-income residents. This webinar features local adaptation responses from communities that have enacted urban forestry resolutions, heat relief networks, and used cutting-edge technology to combat rising temperatures.

Presenters:

• Dr. Sharon Harlan, Associate Professor of Sociology and Senior Sustainability Scientist at
  Arizona State University
• Tim Cole, Homeless Programs Coordinator
• Marco Velotta and Dave Cornoyer, City of Las Vegas Planning Department
• Sheri Roese, Emerald Cities CEO/Founder