How are cities adapting to climate change?

Climate change is no longer just a change; it is a new reality. Nowadays, both natural and urban environments are massively affected by recent changes, and the worst is yet to come. Therefore, cities around the world are adapting to these new circumstances and threats. How exactly are they doing this? 

Watch the video of 3:36 minutes (source: BBC News).

Questions about the video:

1. What is happening in Copenhagen?
2. Why has the Danish capital taken these steps?
3. What two projects has the city developed to prevent a new natural disaster? Explain how they work.

What are other cities doing to adapt to climate change? Read this article which explains what cities around the world are doing to prepare for the inevitable new reality.

Questions about the text:

Answer these questions about what cities have done to tackle heat. After listing the cities, explain what each city has done. Use your own words.

1. Which cities have done something about their buildings?
2. Which cities have focused on creating more shade?
3. Which cities have turned to nature to protect citizens during heatwaves?

Discussion questions:

1. What do you think about the solutions cities have come up with?
2. What do you think cities will look like in fifty years time?
3. What can you do today to help slow down climate change?

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