Tackling Urban Climate Risks. Practical Guidance on Managing Heat Risk and Nature-based Solutions

This collaborative workshop empowers local governments and practitioners to tackle climate risks using nature-based strategies. Participants will gain tools and insights to integrate these solutions into effective, equitable climate adaptation.

Francesca Ferlicca

Moderator

November 6, 2024 | 09:00 - 12:00

Multipurpose room 08

Sciences Po - Urban School

France

English

Reference:

TE 08-02

WUF12

Training Events

Summary

This workshop will introduce participants to the partners’ ongoing work on developing guidance and solutions on climate risks, and train them to assess climate risks and implement mitigation solutions in their cities. It will also examine how nature-based solutions are vital for addressing climate change and inequality, enabling officials to interact with experts on integrating NbS into urban governance for climate adaptation and sustainable, resilient growth.

Objectives

By the end of this training event, participants will be able to:
- Apply the Urban Heat Handbook's guidance to assess climate risk and plan mitigation actions
- Explain how NbS build resilience and adapt to climate risks
- Analyze NbS success factors in vulnerable urban contexts globally
- Use policy frameworks for NbS design and implementation, recognizing potential for cross-regional knowledge exchange