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Hot Lessons, Cool Solutions: The Miami-Dade Story
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Jessica Mederson and Mónika Serrano sit down with Jane Gilbert, Miami-Dade County's Chief Heat Officer. Together, they dive into the growing threat of extreme heat for cities, its disproportionate impact on vulnerable communities, and how communities leaders can respond through thoughtful design and policy. Jane shares how her groundbreaking role has shaping heat mitigation strategies—from education strategies to tree canopy initiatives—and what is next.
Links:
www.Heat.Gov www.miamidade.gov/heat Earth Day: Fastest-Warming U.S. Cities and States | Climate Central Fast Company: Meet the 7 Chief Heat Officers who are making their cities more resilient20 episodes
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