Climate Matters
The Inequality of City Heat
New studies are spotlighting and quantifying social, racial, and economic inequalities associated with disproportionate tree coverage in cities across the United States.
Climate Change and Health: Equity
Climate-related health risks are not equally shared. Children, the elderly, low-income communities, and some communities of color face a greater share of risks.
Extreme urban heat is a public health risk, especially for individuals and communities that are more vulnerable due to health, social, economic, or other reasons. Sea level rise can disproportionately affect vulnerable groups.
