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Rapid Urbanization Could Increase Spread of Zoonotic Diseases Researchers at YSE have mapped the global distribution of wildlife species known to carry diseases that can affect humans in the wildland-urban interface. Article February 5, 2025
Fact Sheet Building for Cool in Informal Settlements Retrofitting existing structures may provide better cooling outcomes than uninformed redevelopment
Fact Sheet Increasing the Climate Resilience of Health Systems Preparing facilities and supply chains for climate risks can ensure continuous, high-quality medical care
Video Interview Mayor of Freetown on using trees to address heat Listen to Mayor Aki-Sawyerr of Freetown, Sierra Leone detail the city's innovative approach to planting 1 million trees by 2024
Fact Sheet Connecting Streets to Reduce Cars Connected streets can increase transit options and improve quality of life for residents
Mar252025 Seminar Series Texas Tools for Data-Driven Community Forestry Solutions 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Study Finds Humidity Diminishes Daytime Cooling Gains in Urban Green Spaces Article November 12, 2024