It's Getting Hot in Here: Urban Heat Islands
Registration is now closed, however you may still join the event on Today’s Schedule at the start time. Extreme heat is the leading cause of weather-related deaths in the United States - more than hurricanes and tornadoes combined. Disproportionately affecting the most vulnerable community members, heat extremes are particularly deadly in densely populated urban centers such as Atlanta. In many other cities, maximum urban heating often occurs in locations that reflect the compound impacts of historic racism. In order to combat this problem, we must better understand it. Join us to learn how community scientists are mapping temperature extremes throughout Atlanta with high-tech DIY sensors. We'll present our preliminary data during a panel discussion about the science of “urban heat islands” and their relationship to climate change and environmental justice. The Experts:
  • Dr. Marshall Shepherd, University of Georgia
  • Dr. Jeremy Hoffman, Science Museum of Virginia
  • Dr. Jalonne White-Newsome, Empowering a Green Environment and Economy
  • Dr. Mildred McClain, Harambee House/Citizens For Environmental Justice
  • Chandra Farley (moderator), Partnership for Southern Equity
Tuesday, Mar 23
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Price: Free with adv registration
Capacity: unlimited
Earth & Space Science
Health
Life Sciences
Nature & Environment
Science & Society
Technology
Engineering
COVID-19 Safety Measures
No COVID precautions necessary. This event is virtual.
Presenting partners
Spelman College Environmental and Health Sciences Program, West Atlanta Watershed Alliance, Partnership for Southern Equity, Georgia Tech Center for Serve-Learn-Sustain, Georgia Tech Global Change Program