The New Republic and The New School are co-producing a live event, Shaping NYC’s Future: Climate Policy and Its Economic Impact, in recognition of Climate Week NYC.
As temperatures rise and storms intensify, how can we adapt to an ever-evolving and unpredictable climate landscape while ensuring environmental protection and justice for all?
This panel brings together climate academics and activists to present bold policy solutions, economic challenges, and innovative strategies for a more resilient and equitable cities. From green infrastructure to a clean energy economy, this conversation explores the intersections of sustainability, government, and social impact—shaping the country for current and future generations.
With
Kate Aronoff, staff writer, The New Republic
Ana Baptista, associate professor, Environmental Policy and Sustainability Management; Director, Tishman Environment and Design Center, The New School
Batul Hassan, labor director, Climate & Community Institute
Robert Musil, president and CEO, Rachel Carson Council
Sandy Nurse, councilwoman, NYC Council, District 37
Bhawani Venkataraman, associate professor, Chemistry; Vice President, Climate and Environmental Justice, The New School
Presented by The New School and The New Republic, in partnership with the Rachel Carson Council.
New School students seeking accommodations should contact the Student Disability Services office at studentdisability@newschool.edu.
Event guests seeking accommodations may contact the event organizer by clicking the "Contact the Organizer" link at the bottom of this page.
Founded in 1914 as a call to arms for public-minded intellectuals advocating liberal reform in a new industrial age. Now, two decades into a new century, TNR remains, if anything, more committed than ever to its first principles—and, most of all, to the need to rethink outworn assumptions and political superstitions as radically changing conditions demand.
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