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As park professionals, we understand that climate change is not coming – it’s here. Many cities are facing one or more climate threats while also dealing with the consequences of prior infrastructure decisions that worked against nature rather than with it. These include the channelizing of rivers, conversion of heat-mitigating green space to other uses, and destruction of native habitat and introduction of invasive species. We can build various defenses against these climate threats, or we can pursue more effective and efficient responses by working with nature and deploying nature-based solutions to these challenges.
Tune in to hear from speakers who are working on innovative projects in partnership with nature and their communities to mitigate flooding in Baton Rouge, biodiversity loss in Houston, and heat in Tucson. In the process, they’re creating stronger and more resilient communities for people, wildlife, and the planet.
SPEAKERS:
Anna Cawrse, ASLA, PLA
Principal, Denver Office Director
Sasaki
Shellye Arnold
President & CEO
Memorial Park Conservancy, Houston, TX
Greg Jackson
Deputy Director
Tucson Parks and Recreation
Blue Baldwin
Storm to Shade Program Manager
Tucson Water
MODERATOR:
Diana Colangelo
Assistant Director of Programs
City Parks Alliance
WEBINAR:
Learn about best practices, successful strategies, tools, and emerging trends in urban parks through real-world examples, and apply lessons learned to your own work. Webinars feature a panel format with insights from park leaders across the country, with an audience Q&A to dig deeper into the relevant topics.