Extreme Heat Adaptation and Mitigation Programming: Lessons from the Affected Population

The latest edition of Southasiadisasters.net discusses "Extreme Heat Adaptation and Mitigation Programming: Lessons from Affected Populations". Due to climate change, extreme heat events are becoming more frequent and intense, posing significant health and socio-economic risks to vulnerable populations in South Asia. As a result of extreme heat, proactive measures are urgently needed to protect communities.

It is increasingly common that extreme heat causes weather-related deaths, disproportionately affecting marginalized communities, outdoor workers, and urban poor. Adaptations and mitigation strategies are imperative for governments, civil society, and stakeholders as climate change exacerbates existing inequalities and overwhelms healthcare systems.

There are a number of topics covered in this issue, including best practices for urban planning to reduce heat islands, community-based resilience strategies, and the role of local governance in heat action plans. Additionally, it provides insights into successful interventions and policies from South Asia, emphasizing the need for tailored, regional solutions.

Governments, civil society, and international organisations must take urgent and meaningful measures to mitigate the risks of extreme heat. Aimed at building long-term resilience against this growing threat, it encourages stakeholders to collaborate on implementing effective heat adaptation programs.

Details:
Language: English
Number of pages: 20pp
Citation: AIDMI (2024) ‘Extreme Heat Adaptation and Mitigation Programming: Lessons from the Affected Population’, Southasiadisasters.net, Issue 212