C-Heat project
C-HEAT is collaboration between Boston University and GreenRoots Chelsea. The goal of the study is to empower the Chelsea Creek Environmental Justice Communities, by building their capacity to respond to extreme heat events for their most vulnerable populations.
Why is C-HEAT focusing on Chelsea and East Boston?
These two areas are identified as high-risk to the effects of extreme urban temperatures and are considered urban heat islands because they reach temperatures that are hotter than the neighboring areas.
Why is extreme heat important for health?
Extreme heat is public health concern. It can cause or worsen heat related illnesses like heart or respiratory diseases.
Why is C-HEAT focusing on Chelsea and East Boston?
These two areas are identified as high-risk to the effects of extreme urban temperatures and are considered urban heat islands because they reach temperatures that are hotter than the neighboring areas.
Why is extreme heat important for health?
Extreme heat is public health concern. It can cause or worsen heat related illnesses like heart or respiratory diseases.
Do you live in Chelsea or East Boston?
Are you concerned about extreme heat in your community?
Are you concerned about extreme heat in your community?
Do you worry about extreme heat in your home? Are you concerned about your electricity bills during summer?
¿Por qué C-HEAT se centra en Chelsea y East Boston?
¿Por qué el calor extremo es importante para la salud?
El calor extremo es un problema de salud pública. Puede causar o empeorar enfermedades relacionadas con el calor, como enfermedades cardíacas o respiratorias.
¿Por qué el calor extremo es importante para la salud?
El calor extremo es un problema de salud pública. Puede causar o empeorar enfermedades relacionadas con el calor, como enfermedades cardíacas o respiratorias.
¿Vives en Chelsea o East Boston? ¿Le preocupa el calor extremo en su comunidad?
¿Le preocupa el calor extremo en su hogar? ¿Le preocupan sus facturas de luz durante el verano?
