Extreme heat, flooding, and tropical storms not only destabilize local economies but also impact vulnerable communities the most. As cities plan and adapt to looming climate risks, protection gaps continue to widen.
The 8th session of Cities on the Frontline of 2024, “Breaking Down Risk in a Changing Climate” explored how various stakeholders in urban settings perceive, understand, and respond to climate risks, as cities worldwide are battling more frequent and intense weather events.
Speakers discussed strategies that empower cities to tackle climate threats while ensuring no one is left behind. The conversation highlighted practical solutions that leverage the strengths and address the challenges of private, public, and grassroots actors to help communities build long-term, holistic resilience.
This session forms part of a 3-part special edition of Cities on the Frontline titled The Urban Resilience Series. It is a collaboration between the Resilient Cities Network and Zurich North America, aimed at bringing together experts from the private, public, and non-profit sectors to discuss key challenges to urban resilience and explore how strategic collaboration can help accelerate action.
David Edsey
Climate Director, VP, Zurich North, America
Ilaria Giuliani
Chief Resilience Officer, City of Milan
Lisa Bitossi
Consultant, Programme Management, Climate Solutions and Network, C40 Milan
