Climate change presents formidable, complex challenges for urban planners and policymakers around the world, from protecting the public from health risks to managing the threats posed by extreme weather events. To address these challenges and offer advice and solutions, Sami G. Al-Ghamdi, founder of the Urban Lab at KAUST, has compiled and edited a book entitled ‘Sustainable Cities in a Changing Climate: Enhancing Urban Resilience.

The book offers a comprehensive guide for urban planners, policymakers and stakeholders, addressing the pressing challenges posed by climate change. Al-Ghamdi aims to provide practical tools and strategies to build resilience against climate threats, such as extreme weather and public health risks.

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