Climate Change and Health: Building Resilient Systems

​Climate Change and Health: Building Resilient Systems examines how businesses and communities can adapt to climate-related health challenges—especially extreme heat. Our expert panel will discuss strategies to mitigate heat risks, address mental and physical health impacts, and enhance resilience in diverse urban settings, with insights drawn from experiences in the DC metro area to inform broader approaches.

• ​Explore proven strategies to reduce the health impacts of extreme heat—including cooling infrastructure, communication campaigns, and targeted support for vulnerable populations.

• ​Hear how businesses and community leaders are building climate resilience through cross-sector partnerships, emergency preparedness, and workplace adaptations.

• ​Gain insights from the DC metro region’s experience with urban heat islands, policy innovation, and grassroots organizing—offering scalable lessons for other cities.

​Networking to follow panel discussion.

​This event is immediately after the Project Peoples, Regenintel and Partnership for Digital Justice (an initiative of Pyxera Global) eveng focused on hosting a space for exchange, learning, and collaboration.

​By registering for this event, you agree to share your registration information with the organizers of DC Climate Week.