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CDRI has launched a Community of Practice on Extreme Heat Management in Urban Educational Infrastructure Systems. This project aims to enhance climate resilience in schools by addressing the growing threat of extreme heat.
It brings together educators, experts, and practitioners to co-develop heat-smart strategies that prioritize student safety, comfort, and learning continuity. The focus is on identifying heat-related risks, implementing effective cooling solutions, and adapting school infrastructure to withstand rising temperatures. Through collaborative knowledge-sharing, the initiative promotes sustainable, locally relevant practices and fosters community engagement.
By equipping educational institutions with practical tools and guidelines, it seeks to build proactive, resilient learning environments that can thrive in a warming world. This effort underscores the urgent need for climate-adaptive infrastructure in the education sector, ensuring that schools remain safe, inclusive, and conducive to learning despite environmental challenges.
Key points
- Manage extreme heat to protect students and ensure learning continuity.
- Unite educators, experts, and practitioners to co-create heat-smart school strategies.
- Provide guidelines to identify heat risks and apply cooling solutions.
- Adapt school infrastructure to withstand rising temperatures and climate stress.
- Promote sustainable practices for resilient, heat-ready educational environments.
- Engage communities to prioritize student well-being amid climate challenges.