Cities Demand Billions for Climate Adaptation
The German Cities’ Congress wants a lot of money to deal with heatwaves. Cities are badly affected by the extreme heat. They need improvements to protect people.
The German Cities’ Congress is asking for billions of euros. The money is for cities to prepare for future heatwaves. The association says cities are especially vulnerable. This is because many cities don’t have good cooling systems. The request shows the need to change how cities deal with rising temperatures.
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Highlights
Cities Demand Billions for Heat
The German Cities’ Congress wants billions of euros to prepare for heatwaves.
Heat Impacts Cities Hard
Cities, especially those without cooling, are badly affected by extreme heat.
Infrastructure Needed Now
Investments are needed to fix urban climate change problems.
Government Funding Requested
The cities are asking the federal and state governments for money.
Adaptation Measures Required
Germany needs to adapt to rising temperatures.