Climate Change Solutions Update

Tag: Boston

  • How Will Boston And Other Coastal Cities Fight Sea Level Rise?

    The Seaport District in Boston is facing increasing threats from sea level rise and flooding, with nearly all built structures at risk by 2050. Boston is collaborating with communities, nonprofits, government, scientists, and philanthropists through the Climate Ready Boston initiative to invest in coastal resilience projects. The city's Office of Climate Resilience is designing infrastructure to protect vulnerable areas like the Mario Umana Academy in East Boston. A proposed "Make Polluters Pay" bill in Massachusetts aims to hold major emitters accountable for climate damage costs, with bipartisan support for the idea of oil and gas companies paying into a superfund for climate adaptation projects. The increasing frequency of disasters is driving up costs for average people, leading to a belief that oil and gas companies should pay their fair share.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2025/11/09/how-will-boston-and-other-coastal-cities-fight-sea-level-rise/

  • Climate shelters aim to save lives during urban heatwaves

    Cities around the world are implementing climate shelters to provide relief from extreme heat and protect public health in the face of climate change. Barcelona, Boston, Buenos Aires, Rosario, Mendoza, New Orleans, and Phoenix are among the cities working on creating cooling spaces for residents during heatwaves. Initiatives include networks of shelters, green roofs at bus stops, and community lighthouses powered by solar energy. Challenges include awareness among vulnerable populations and determining the effectiveness of these shelters. Experts stress the importance of learning what works and what doesn't in terms of climate shelters as the planet continues to warm, with a focus on expanding coverage in vulnerable neighborhoods and improving data collection on shelter usage.

    https://dialogue.earth/en/climate/climate-shelters-aim-to-save-lives-during-urban-heatwaves/