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EAS 677.068 - Policy and Planning for Urban Resilience and Climate Action

Description

Local governments and urban actors have a significant role to play in reducing GHG emissions,
adapting to the effects of climate change, and ensuring that justice is at the center of these
efforts. In the U.S., prolonged federal policy inaction on climate change has prompted many
local governments to develop policies and programs of their own. New federal investments are
providing expanded opportunities for implementation and innovation. Local government
efforts on climate change are also complemented by the actions of nongovernmental
organizations, foundations, and the private sector. While holding great promise, urban climate
action faces significant and unique political and financial hurdles, and we are only beginning to
understand the effectiveness of specific interventions. In this seminar we will (1) examine
critically the promise and pitfalls of the current landscape of urban climate change and
resilience policy and planning, and (2) identify opportunities for greater gains. Course format
will be discussion-based and will include some guest speakers. Attendance will be important,
and final grades will be based on participation, weekly reflections, and a short policy brief.

Faculty/Instructor
Sara Hughes
Course Term
Fall 2023
Credit Hours
1.5
Secure Syllabus
EAS_677.068_Fall_2023.pdf

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Meeting Dates
08/28/2023 - 10/13/2023
Meeting Days
F
Meeting Location
REMOTE
Meeting Times
9:00AM - 11:00AM
Specializations
Environmental Policy and Planning
Sustainability themes
Climate + Energy
Cities + Mobility + Built Environment
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University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability
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440 Church Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
(734) 764-6453
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