Rising temperatures and increasingly frequent extreme heat events are placing a serious strain on Washington, D.C.’s public health, energy infrastructure, and urban planning. Because of the city's dense urban environment, the District experiences a severe "urban heat island" effect, with some neighborhoods experiencing temperatures 10 to 15 degrees hotter than others. The consequences of this effect are felt unevenly across communities through spiked utility bills and increased health risks. Addressing this challenge requires a coordinated strategy that bridges the gap between local policy, scientific data, and grassroots community action.

Join a panel of local experts, organized in collaboration with the office of Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen, Engineers & Scientists Acting Locally, DC CHEERS, and Solve Climate 2030, to discuss how the District can adapt and protect its residents. This solution-oriented conversation will explore actionable strategies to mitigate urban heat risks and associated costs, safeguard public health, and invest in sustainable infrastructure to build a more climate-resilient D.C.

Location: Room 120, John A. Wilson Building (1350 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004, 6 minute walk from both Metro Center and Federal Triangle), home of the District of Columbia government

Networking to follow at Elephant & Castle, across the street from the Wilson Building (1201 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004)