This Week in Communities & Climate

Each week we share the stories that shouldn’t be missed. Local climate leaders, the latest in community climate action, and practical climate solutions are all featured to highlight the good news coming out of cities. These are the top stories of the week:

Mayors

Leaders joined together this week at the U.S. Conference of Mayors winter meeting to send a clear message: We need climate action now.

Through energy efficiency, Mayors are slashing spending and acting on climate. (The Hill)

Communities

North Carolina communities are investing in the future through schools and solar.

State Action

Climate leaders in New York have committed to renewables and are set to develop the country’s largest offshore wind project. (Reuters)

BLOG

In a special guest blog this week by Climate for Health’s Miranda Spencer, we explored community, climate and health connections.