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Structures of Coastal Resilience: Designing for Climate Change

The Center for Architecture 536 LaGuardia Place , New York, New York

The devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy in October 2012 highlighted the vulnerability of urban coastal areas to the effects of catastrophic storms and climate change. Coastal communities must adapt planning strategies to mitigate the increasing risk posed by these natural hazards. Come listen to leading experts working on these issues at an exciting presentation and panel discussion at the Center for Architecture.

Free – $10

Urban Green Harbors Workshop

Pershing Hall on Governor's Island

How would nature design resilient breakwaters, supporting human and ecological services and functions?

Urban Green Harbors Workshop is all day design charrette where attendees will learn about natural means of coastal protection and participate in a design team to incorporate these concepts into a design for a natural breakwater to protect Governor's Island.

$60

Bk Ecology Bike Tour

Van Siclen Avenue - 3 Train 570 Van Siclen Avenue , Brooklyn

Learn about Brooklyn's environmental challenges and successes on NYC H20's leisurely and informative bike ride along Jamaica Bay!

$40.00