Extreme Heat - The Silent Killer of Climate Change

Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Explore the deadly impact of extreme heat, now the leading weather-related cause of death in the U.S., surpassing hurricanes, floods, and tornadoes combined. Join an environmental journalist and two city chief heat officers as they discuss innovative solutions to make scorching summers more survivable. Delve into this critical topic presented at the 20th annual Aspen Ideas Festival, where leaders and innovators gather in the Rocky Mountains to engage in deep, inquisitive discussions on issues shaping our lives and challenging our times.

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Extreme Heat: The Silent Killer of Climate Change

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The Aspen Institute

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