Driving the rapid adoption of climate-resilient infrastructure to help cities cut heat, reduce flooding, promote equity, save money, and improve livability.
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15 Jul 2024
We take an intersectional approach to combat climate change w/ 40 orgs. From public health & faith-based communities, to architects & EJ advocates, we unite to support future generations & build a livable climate, one Smart Surface at a time.
Learn more: smartsurfacescoalition.org/
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21 Nov 2025
We’re honored to be featured in @ArchDaily new piece on thermal inequality and citywide cooling. Smart Surfaces are transforming how cities manage heat, flooding, and public health — and we’re just getting started. 🌆✨
Read more: archdaily.com/1035983/the-te…
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20 Nov 2025
The Smart Surfaces Coalition is thrilled to share that Shirley Rodrigues , former London Deputy Mayor for Environment and Energy, has joined the SSC Advisory Board. 🏙️🌳
🔗 Full Press Release: static1.squarespace.com/stat…
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9 Sep 2025
SSC is going to Climate Week NYC! 🌎
Join us on 9/21 at the Doris Duke Foundation’s Treehouse for an interactive session on how data-driven tools are shaping real policy change in US cities.
RSVP: climateweeknyc.org/events/in…
#ClimateWeekNYC #SmartSurfaces #UrbanHeat
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Smart Surfaces Coalition retweeted
Surface-level decisions can deliver deep urban climate resilience.
3 new tools from @_SmartSurfaces Coalition help #cities turn roofs, roads & pavements into climate solutions—reducing heat 🥵 & flood risk 🌊 while saving billions 💰.
Get the details 🔗 bit.ly/3V8B9fg
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19 Aug 2025
🏙️ Surface-level decisions can deliver deep resilience.
New tools from the Smart Surfaces Coalition help cities turn roofs, roads & pavements into climate solutions—reducing heat and flood risk and saving billions.
🔗 Read the Full Press Release: smartsurfacescoalition.org/s…
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26 Jun 2025
Urban heat is intensifying—but we can fight it smarter. 🌇🔥🌿
We partnered with @AmericanForests to release a guide on using trees Smart Surfaces to beat #extremeheat & manage stormwater.
📘 Read: lnkd.in/g49XQmAH
🌐 More tools: smartsurfacespolicy.org
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4 Jun 2025
The Atlanta City Council has passed an ordinance requiring cool roofs on all new buildings and major roof replacements. The policy is projected to lower peak summer temperatures by up to 2.4°F & deliver $310m in energy savings: citycouncil.atlantaga.gov/Ho…
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13 May 2025
Smart Surfaces in Congress 🏛️
Two bills we support are tackling #ExtremeHeat:
✅ Cool Roof Rebate Act – rebates for reflective roofs
✅ Urban Heat Mitigation Act – funds cool roofs, trees, shade & more
Smart, life-saving solutions for heat-vulnerable communities.
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2 May 2025
A new piece from @leagueofcities explores how urban tree canopies reduce extreme heat, boost health, and build community resilience — with recommendations & resources for local leaders.
🌳 nlc.org/article/2025/04/25/l…
#UrbanForestry #ClimateResilience #ExtremeHeat
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28 Apr 2025
Trump’s recent executive order directs the DOJ to identify and target state and local climate laws, teeing up potential future litigation, legislation, & funding threats. Learn more in this blog from SSC partner @SabinCenter: 🔗 blogs.law.columbia.edu/clima…
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23 Apr 2025
What do cool surfaces have to do with climate change?
A lot—and Bill Nye is here to explain how.
In a new animated video from @ClimateResolve, he explains how cool surfaces like reflective roofs & pavements cut heat, emissions & energy costs.
🎥: youtube.com/watch?v=wI_izx7N…
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9 Apr 2025
This Friday: Join @PublicHealth for a free webinar: Building Resilience to Climate Trauma: A Public Health Approach to Mental Well-Being
Feat. @tpl_org’s Health Director.
📅 April 12 , 2:00 PM EDT
🔗pathlms.com/health/courses/1…
#ClimateChangesHealth #ClimateResilience #MentalHealth
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7 Apr 2025
🌳 Big win for Columbia, SC! 🌳 A member of our Cities for Smart Surfaces cohort, @CityofColumbia planted 1,290 trees in 6 months—years ahead of schedule! This boosts shade, air quality & stormwater management. 🌱👏 #UrbanGreening #SmartSurfaces
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1 Apr 2025
A new US Department of Transportation memo threatens funding for green infrastructure & bike projects—harming public health, safety, & economic opportunity.
Sign this letter from our partners at @NationalASLA to urge US DOT to reverse this policy: asla.org/advocate.aspx?vvsrc…
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17 Mar 2025
SSC Partner Spotlight: @CAPAstrategies 📊
Cities can’t tackle extreme heat without knowing where it’s worst. CAPA’s heat mapping projects fill in data gaps, helping cities like Reno, NV target tree planting, cooling centers, & more.
Learn more: 🔗 knowablemagazine.org/content…
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6 Mar 2025
Our partners at @WorldResources are scaling nature-based solutions in 11 African cities through the Green-Gray Infrastructure Accelerator
At SSC, we share WRI’s vision: scalable solutions that transform cities & can be replicated worldwide: wri.org/initiatives/green-gr…
📸 credit: WRI
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27 Feb 2025
We’re featured in @CarbonBrief's latest “Debriefed” spotlight on how Smart Surfaces offer a viable, scalable, and cost-effective solution for tackling extreme heat.
Check out the article to learn more about Smart Surfaces:
carbonbrief.org/debriefed-21…
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25 Feb 2025
☀️ San Antonio is leading the way with a $30M solar PV investment, boosting energy efficiency and creating jobs! Proud to see San Antonio, a Cities for Smart Surfaces member, leading with smart surface innovations. 🌱
Learn more: sa.gov/Directory/News/News-R…
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21 Feb 2025
After the hottest year on record, it's clear: extreme heat is here—but so are the solutions. Cities have tools to act now. Learn more in this piece from @leagueofcities: nlc.org/article/2025/02/12/c…
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17 Feb 2025
🌡️ Climate change is driving up insurance premiums & devaluing properties. First Street reports $1.47T in potential losses by 2055. Cities that prioritize climate-resilient infrastructure will have a competitive edge in the future housing market: firststreet.org/research-lib…
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