US: Extreme Heat and Inequality

Discover how extreme heat and wildfires hit vulnerable communities across the US.

What to know:

  • Heatwaves and wildfires hit low-income and minority communities hardest, driven by historic zoning and unequal resources.
  • Invest in green spaces, cooling access, and worker protections to reduce health risks and build climate resilience.
  • Learn how climate change and inequality are connected—and how we can address these challenges together.

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