Public Engagement Toolkit for Heat Action Planning
About
The Public Engagement Toolkit for Heat Action Planning is designed to support frontline communities, government agencies and others in identifying and developing solutions to risks posed by extreme heat and rising temperatures. Developed by the County of Los Angeles Chief Sustainability Office in collaboration with government partners, experts, and community leaders, this toolkit offers a structured yet flexible framework for developing data-informed heat resilience plans that reflect local knowledge, values, and priorities.
Goal 1: Cool and protect the outdoors
Prevent harm to County residents, built and natural resources, domestic animals and wildlife from excessive outdoor heat.
Goal 2: Create heat-resilient indoor spaces
Promote energy-efficient, cool, and safe design and operations for the buildings where County residents live, work, learn, and connect.
Goal 3: Expand heat safety communications, resources & emergency actions
Prevent heat-related health impacts to residents and workers by improving extreme heat emergency preparedness and response.
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