The greater Philadelphia region faces an array of climate challenges, from extreme weather events to rising temperatures and flooding. Race and class disparities also significantly influence resilience challenges and climate vulnerabilities in this region.
Understanding how communities perceive and respond to these challenges is crucial for developing effective and inclusive strategies for climate adaptation and mitigation. To address the pressing need for enhanced climate resilience, the Center for Sustainable Communities (CSC) at Temple University held a series of conversations with community organizations, residents and stakeholders in Fall 2023. These conversations, outlined in this report, represent a snapshot of the barriers and opportunities communities are facing in coping with the impacts of climate change compounded by socio-economic inequality.
