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Everything you wanted to know about carbon removals but were afraid to ask

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Decarbonization has emerged as a critical tool in the fight against climate change, but it also shows promise as a means of economic acceleration across the globe. Learn how.

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Food for thought: Data tool maps food, climate and racial equity risks

GCN

A new data tool breaks down existing data and policy silos so state and local governments can identify and reduce those interconnected risks.

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Resources for Community Revitalization Leaders Adapting to Climate Change

Center for Community Progress

By Erin Kelly If you think climate change doesn’t affect how we tackle vacant, abandoned, and deteriorated (VAD) properties—referred to by some as “blighted” properties —think again. By directly impacting people and the places they live (or once lived), climate change impacts community revitalization.

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What does a resilient city look like?

GCN

In many cities, resilience is more than climate-ready infrastructure and disaster relief. It’s a tool for building trust in local government, connecting neighbors and uplifting vulnerable communities.

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How two UK customers use AWS to support sustainability goals

AWS Public Sector Blog

Increasing transparency in carbon emissions to lower climate impact In 2022, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in the UK Government embarked on a number of initiatives that used AWS to reduce their carbon footprint. The Met Office also uses AWS to deliver valuable weather data to three million people through its mobile weather app.

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Addressing the intersection of climate change and health with new Halcyon fellowship: Apply now

AWS Public Sector Blog

When many think of climate change, they often think of floods, fires, droughts, and ecosystem collapse. However, the impacts of climate change spread far beyond natural disasters. Interested startups can apply for the Halcyon Climate Resilience in Latin America and the Caribbean through April 28.

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AWS and Halcyon announce climate resilience fellowship cohort

AWS Public Sector Blog

Today, Amazon Web Services (AWS) is announcing the 2023 cohort of the Halcyon Climate Resilience in Latin America and the Caribbean Fellowship. The focus of this fellowship is to help 10 innovative startups address the intersection of climate change and social determinants of health to provide more equitable health and life outcomes.