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The Air-Conditioning Paradox: Urban Heat and Climate Change Adaptation

Offered By: Cambridge University Press via YouTube

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Urban Planning Courses Public Health Courses Climate Change Courses Environmental Engineering Courses Sustainable Development Courses Energy Consumption Courses Urban Heat Island Courses

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Explore the Air-Conditioning Paradox and its impact on urban heat events in this 50-minute webinar featuring Kelly Twomey Sanders from the University of California. Delve into the challenges faced by growing urban populations as extreme heat events become more frequent and intense, posing significant health risks. Learn about Sanders' research on the complex relationship between air conditioning usage and urban heat, and gain insights into potential solutions for creating more sustainable and resilient cities. Understand the implications of urbanization trends, with over 50% of the global population currently residing in urban areas and projections indicating an increase to 70% by 2050. Discover how this webinar, part of the DCE Webinar Series by Cambridge University Press, addresses critical issues at the intersection of urban planning, climate change, and public health.

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DCE Webinar Series with Kelly Twomey Sanders


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Cambridge University Press

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