We're celebrating a major win this year: our successful Heat Mitigation Focus Group partnership with SolNation, NCPHA, and the City of Charlotte! ☀️

Read more in the link below:

https://cleanairenc.org/blog/2025/12/09/wins-whys-2025/

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#HeatMitigation

Governor's office outlines Extreme Heat Community Resilience grants: round 1 lessons and round 2 plans The Governors Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation summarized Round 1 of the Extreme Heat Community Resilience program (45 grants, $32 million) and previewed Round 2 (at least $22.5 million), including early and advanced infrastructure tracks, partnership requirements and anticipated timelines.

California is stepping up its fight against extreme heat with over $54 million in grants aimed at building resilient communities and transforming local infrastructure!

Learn more here

#CA #CitizenPortal #ClimateResilience #CommunityPartnerships #HeatMitigation

Journal of Environmental Policy & Planning Volume 27, Issue 5 of Journal of Environmental Policy & Planning

New Issue out! Vol. 27, Issue 5 (2025) is now published online, bringing together 9 papers on topics such as #OrphanedWells, #GreenPartnerships, #HeatMitigation, #CircularEconomy and more!
See the full issue here: www.tandfonline.com/toc/cjoe20/2...

"...he finds himself scouring the web for more old photographs of shutter and awning-peppered buildings. It’s “mind-blowing” to see, he asserts. They just worked, didn’t they? “For me,” says Gaillard, “The simpler the system, the better it is.” #heatmitigation #climatesecurity #energysavings

5 simple (and cheap) things to make your house use less energy Sometimes reducing your home's energy use can be as simple as opening a window or buying tape. Here are five easy ways to have a more climate-friendly home and save on energy bills at the same time.

Close the blind/curtain & "You're basically creating a sort of a buffer, a sort of pillow of heat between the curtain and the window." "...climate-minded designers are installing blinds or shades on the outside of apartments & homes... That way the heat stays outside your house." #heatmitigation

How to keep your home cool in a heatwave or hot weather Keep your home cool during a heatwave or hot weather in the UK with our tips and advice that are cost-effective and easy to follow.

"Even with the windows closed, sun shining through the glass can warm your home up quickly. Make sure to cover windows during the day to protect from direct sunlight like blinds, curtains or external shutters. Wait until the cooler times of the day to open windows." #heatmitigation #climate #health

“...other ways to keep cool & prevent your AC from working overtime... Always use a ceiling fan…because that helps for air circulation around people, and also that cools down your body so that you don't need to lower the room temperature as low...” #Health #ClimateSecurity #HeatMitigation #energy

My ’80s Condo Is an Unexpected Sanctuary from the Arizona Heat — These Are the 4 Standout Features How an unassuming desert dwelling became a masterclass in sustainable design.

"...thick block walls and dappled shade of old mesquites outside...quiet acts of desert wisdom." #heatmitigation "...solar screens on windows & honeycomb shades to trap the cool air...small tweaks with a big impact. ...tree-lined streets register several degrees cooler..." #ClimateResilience #Heat

We are still at the beginning of Summer in the Northern Hemisphere and already, records and being broken in many places. We need to act on climate and act on heat like our lives depend on it, because they do.

#climatechange #urbanheatisland #heatmitigation

Watch the full-length MEERTALK this month, June 2025, with Prof. Xuhui Lee, where he discusses #urbanmicroclimates and #greenspacemitigation.

🔗 www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkHW...

#urbanheatisland #urbanheatislandeffect #climatechange #climatescience #heatmitigation #climateaction #climateadaptation

Effectiveness Debate: Are trees good for CO2? Some doubt their long-term storage value. Others stressed local benefits like cooling, which reduces energy demand for AC, a significant win in a hot climate. 🌬️ #HeatMitigation 4/6

Join us for a MEER Talk on "Humid Heat in Cityscapes" with Xuhui Lee, Professor of Climate Science at Yale University!

📍Sunday, June 1, 2025
2:00 pm EDT / 7:00 pm BST.
Learn the science, take action!

Register Here: www.meer.org/upcoming-eve...
#UrbanClimate #HeatMitigation #ClimateChange

How Much Could You Save by Insulating Your Home? New insulation can cut your energy bills and make your spaces feel more comfortable. Learn how to weigh the upfront cost against your potential savings.

"...the benefits can quickly overshadow the initial price. “It’s the wisest way to invest that I know of,” says This Old House general contractor Tom Silva. “A well-insulated house will make you more comfortable in every season. And it’s quieter, too.” #savemoney #climatesolutions #heatmitigation

Which cities have the most trees? See how yours stacks up. Why some U.S. cities are so much greener than others

#Indianapolis desperately needs to invest in tree cover looking at research on @washingtonpost.com. More trees will help people cope with increasing temperatures.

#TreeCover #UrbanForestry #ClimateAction #SustainableCities #GreenSpaces #HeatMitigation #EnvironmentalJustice #NatureInTheCity

The Power of Urban Trees | Climate Central Trees make a difference for human health and well-being in 242 U.S. cities—especially in a warming world.

"Avoid flooding from stormwater runoff. Tree canopy slows rainfall, while roots and soil filter and absorb water—minimizing the amount of stormwater that flushes over pavement and contributes to runoff and flooding." #heatmitigation #watermitigation #trees #climatesafety #climatesolutions #health

Small Quebec town introduces $200 tax for treeless yards in effort to combat heat islands | CBC News A small Quebec town is using a novel approach to encourage residents to plant trees by charging a $200 annual surtax to homeowners who don't have at least one tree in their front yard. The municipalit...

"The trees...are needed to combat the phenomenon of heat islands. Heat islands can lead to the deterioration of air quality and can also adversely affect human health and well-being, increasing the burden on health facilities." #climatesafety #heatmitigation #health #climatesolutions #trees

Applications Open for 5th Annual Urban Heat Leadership Academy The award-winning grassroots program teaches Phoenix residents to build greener, cooler communities. Applications are now open for The Nature Conservancy’s 2025 Urban Heat Leadership Academy!

#HeatMitigation #UrbanHeat #DesertLiving
www.nature.org/en-us/newsro...

#heatmitigation #ClimateSafety#ClimateSolutions

Tomball ISD prioritizes student safety with new heat mitigation protocols for outdoor activities District to implement rigorous safety measures due to rising temperatures impacting outdoor sports.

Tomball ISD is taking bold steps to safeguard students from extreme heat, implementing new safety protocols and envisioning multi-use facilities for a safer, more inclusive future.

Learn more here!

#TX #CommunityEngagement #HeatMitigation #MultiUseFacilities #CitizenPortal #TexasStudentSafety

Reforestation revolution would save lives across U.S. cities As climate change accelerates, making full use of trees’ ability to provide natural cooling can reduce heat-related health risks – and cut power bills

“By putting hard numbers to the heat-health benefits of trees, we show how cities that embrace ambitious urban reforestation policies can cut both their medical bills and their power bills...through harnessing the timeless power of nature-based solutions.” #heatmitigation #trees #climatesolutions

#heatmitigation "...be strategic about which coverings you open and close throughout the day. ... In the summer, you may want to keep window coverings closed to reduce heat gain. For natural light, open those window coverings that don’t get direct sunlight." #summer www.energy.gov/energysaver/...

Urban heat mitigation by green and blue infrastructure: Drivers, effectiveness, and future needs The combination of urbanization and global warming leads to urban overheating and compounds the frequency and intensity of extreme heat events due to climate change. Yet, the risk of urban overheating...

#SystematicReview #HeatMitigation #UrbanHeat #ClimateChange #CoBenefits of urban green-blue-grey infrastructure (GBGI) (e.g parks, wetlands & engineered greening)
#UrbanPlanning
www.cell.com/the-innovati...

We need trees and here’s why… | Strengthening lives and livelihoods. Purdue Extension Forestry & Natural Resources 18 https://www.purdue.edu/fnr/extension/we-need-trees-and-heres-why/

"Strategic placement of trees in cities can help to cool the air between 30-40o F, thus reducing the urban “heat island” effect, helping reduce extreme heat conditions in summer weather." #TreeTuesday #climatesolutions #heatmitigation 🌱📷

"A mature tree can absorb up to 350 lbs. of CO2 per year. As a result, trees play an important role in climate change mitigation. In cities with high levels of pollution, trees can improve air quality making cities healthier places to live in." purdue.edu #TallTreeTuesday #climate #heatmitigation 📷

image via OneTreePlanted.org #plantatree #nature #heatmitigation #climatesolutions 🌳💚🌲🌱

How to lower your summer electric bill while keeping cool Seven tips for staying comfortable and keeping energy bills in check on hot summer days

"...as the temperature climbs...close your windows, shut the blinds or curtains & turn on your fans or A/C — which now won’t have to work as hard to keep your home comfortable." "Changing your filter can help your A/C unit work more efficiently, lowering your energy use..." #heatmitigation #save