Judith Rodin emphasizes that future preparation requires building better cities. Dozens of global cities, from

Judith Rodin emphasizes that future preparation requires building better cities. Dozens of global cities, from New York to Dhaka, have recently endured large-scale catastrophes, including natural disasters, conflicts, and disease. In our interconnected world, these events harm vulnerable individuals, destabilize communities, and threaten entire societies.

Facing increasing city-wide risks, we must improve our ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Dr. Judith Rodin, President of the Rockefeller Foundation and author of *The Resilience Dividend*, offers groundbreaking research. She guides individuals, companies, and societies in averting disaster by fostering more dynamic, resilient urban environments.

Rodin's work explores critical questions, such as lessons from Japan's 2011 tsunami and Haiti's humanitarian aid. Her book, *The Resilience Dividend*, is available for order.

Upon moving to Portland's Old Town/Chinatown neighborhood in April 2014, I observed numerous buildings marked "U" for unsafe, two within a single block. This area reportedly has the city's highest

Upon moving to Portland's Old Town/Chinatown neighborhood in April 2014, I observed numerous buildings marked "U" for unsafe, two within a single block. This area reportedly has the city's highest concentration of such structures, a regrettable situation for a city proud of its built environment.

A December 2014 update includes a presentation on Unreinforced Masonry Buildings (UMB), available here.

NASA and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reports confirmed that last year was Earth's warmest on record. Their analysis also shows that, with the exception of 1998, the ten

NASA and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reports confirmed that last year was Earth's warmest on record. Their analysis also shows that, with the exception of 1998, the ten warmest years have all occurred since 2000.

Since record-keeping began in 1880, Earth's average surface temperature has risen by approximately 1.4 degrees Fahrenheit (0.8 degrees Celsius). This warming trend is primarily attributed to increased carbon dioxide and other human-caused emissions into the atmosphere.

California is experiencing its worst drought on record. Learn about the crisis's severity and its impact on you.

Produced by Carrie Halperin and Sean Patrick Farrell, this story was

California is experiencing its worst drought on record. Learn about the crisis's severity and its impact on you.

Produced by Carrie Halperin and Sean Patrick Farrell, this story was originally published on July 7, 2014. Read the full article at the New York Times.

Uploaded December 22, 2010, this video features Milwaukee spoken word artist Elijah Furquan. He describes the effects of extreme heat on his urban community.

Produced by the Wisconsin

Uploaded December 22, 2010, this video features Milwaukee spoken word artist Elijah Furquan. He describes the effects of extreme heat on his urban community.

Produced by the Wisconsin Educational Communications Board, additional resources are available at Climate Wisconsin.

Production Credits: Finn Ryan (producer, director, photography), David Nevala (photography, video, editing), Dillon Parker (music).

Eco Eye Series 12, Episode 3, hosted by Duncan Stewart, investigates climate

Eco Eye Series 12, Episode 3, hosted by Duncan Stewart, investigates climate change.

Published on January 21, 2014, this episode examines Ireland's recent extreme weather, including record freezing temperatures, heatwaves, and the worst flooding in 800 years, which left 50,000 homes uninsured. It questions if our climate is changing and discusses the potential impacts both domestically and internationally.

New computer model visualizations project significant changes in U.S. precipitation patterns under varying carbon dioxide emissions scenarios. By 2100, the southwestern U.S. could become

New computer model visualizations project significant changes in U.S. precipitation patterns under varying carbon dioxide emissions scenarios. By 2100, the southwestern U.S. could become considerably drier, while the northeastern U.S. may experience increased wetness.

These visualizations offer a powerful depiction of climate change impacts, illustrating the potential transformation of our nation's climate. As Allison Leidner, Ph.D., a NASA scientist, notes, they communicate these impacts in a way words cannot. For further details, explore the National Climate Assessment: globalchange.gov/what-we-do/assessment.

A February 1, 2012 satellite news media tour recapped the science of falling snow and NASA's space-based observation methods.

The tour also investigated factors behind the 2010

A February 1, 2012 satellite news media tour recapped the science of falling snow and NASA's space-based observation methods.

The tour also investigated factors behind the 2010 "Snowmageddon." For more information, visit http://www.nasa.gov/topics/earth/features/know-snow.html.