EPA Urban Heat Island Webcast

Title: EPA Urban Heat Island Webcast
Location: online
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Description: Heat islands can affect communities by increasing summertime peak energy demand,
air conditioning costs, air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, heat-related
illness and mortality, and reducing water quality. In this webcast, learn about
the benefits and strategies for taking local action to reduce urban heat islands.
Hear from local governments and organizations on urban heat island reduction
examples, implementation strategies, and plans for monitoring and evaluation.
Cities will share lessons learned on how to design and implement effective
programs and policies, including cool pavements, shade trees, and cool roofs.

Date: Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT
Start Date: 13:00
End Date: 15:00