Events

The growing risks of rising heat, more intense storms, and a history of environmental injustice continue to generate disproportionate climate impacts in communities like Harlem. 

You are invited to join on International Earth Day to discuss:

• What is government doing to address these risks and get at the root causes of our climate crisis? 

• How can community organizations and residents partner with local businesses, academic organizations, and government to cause real change in policy?

• What is the role of the Columbia Climate School in supporting and empowering its neighbors to address our climate crisis and achieve environmental justice?

Hear from local researchers, elected officials, and community leaders on the challenge and have your voice heard as the Columbia Climate School continues to expand its work to create a cleaner, safer, healthier future for Harlem and the globe.

Remarks From

• U.S Congressman Adriano Espaillat Congressman

• NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams                                 

• Peggy Shepard, Co-Founder and Executive Director- WE ACT for Environmental Justice         

• Christine Appah-Gyamfi, Columbia University

Panel Members                                                                                                  

• Carlos Piedad, Policy Advisor Environmental Justice, Office of the Mayor

• Adriana Espinoza, NYC Deputy Commissioner Equity and Justice 

• Dr. Vince Boudreau, President The City College of NY              

Sponsored by the Harlem Chamber of Commerce, Columbia Climate School & Columbia World Projects.