Irreversible Extreme Heat: Protecting Canadians and Communities from a Lethal Future

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Purpose:

This guide presents practical actions that Canadians can undertake to reduce risks in relation to extreme heat. Actions fall into three categories: changing behaviour (non-structural); working with nature (green infrastructure); improving buildings and public infrastructure (grey infrastructure).

Impact:

The practical actions described in this guide will enable numerous Canadians to adapt to rising temperatures while helping to reduce greenhouse gases and build more resilient, sustainable communities.

Theme:
Emerging design and technology
Category:
External resource
Published:
4/1/2022
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Audience:  city planners, government, health authorities, non-profit housing providers