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300 mayors pledged coordinated climate action to fight extreme heat and boost urban resilience ahead of COP30.
Ahead of COP30 in Brazil, 300 mayors from around the world gathered in Rio de Janeiro to commit to coordinated climate action, focusing on combating extreme heat and strengthening urban resilience.
Organized by C40, the summit highlighted how cities are advancing climate solutions independently of national policies, with leaders pledging to improve building standards, expand green spaces, enhance cooling infrastructure, and strengthen early warning systems.
The initiative, backed by foundations and governments including a $1 million Rockefeller Foundation contribution, launched the Cool Cities Accelerator, a coalition of 33 cities committed to reducing heat impacts over five years.
Mayors emphasized their critical role in meeting global climate goals despite federal setbacks, particularly in the U.S., where 50 cities continue climate efforts.
Scientific data shows extreme heat has affected 4 billion people in the past year, contributing to widespread health risks and economic losses.
300 alcaldes prometieron una acción climática coordinada para combatir el calor extremo y aumentar la resiliencia urbana antes de la COP30.