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Lauren Sorkin

Executive Director | Resilience Cities Network New York City, United States of America

Biography

Lauren Sorkin, Executive Director of Resilient Cities Network, leads global urban resilience efforts. Formerly with Asian Development Bank, she pioneered climate change investments and advises on sustainable finance and women’s leadership. She holds degrees from Tufts University and London School of Economics, residing in Barcelona with her family.

Sessions

11:20h

High-Level Roundtable | SMART CITY EXPO

Eco-Urbanism: Responding to a Changing Climate

Lauren Sorkin Resilience Cities Network Executive Director Moderator/Presenter

Keiko Kuroda City of Kobe Vice Mayor Speaker

Lex Delles Government of Luxembourg Minister of the Economy, SME, Energy and Tourism Speaker

Jayesh Maganlal ROSHN Speaker

Jooho Whang KHNP CEO Speaker

#Built Environment, #Decarbonisation, #Green Cities, #Public Space

06-11-2024 11:20 06-11-2024 12:05 Europe/Madrid Eco-Urbanism: Responding to a Changing Climate

Cities are increasingly experiencing the direct and indirect consequences of the climate emergency. Simultaneously, they are hubs of innovation that can enhance their resilience and foster healthier, more sustainable environments through sustainable urban planning strategies. By integrating green spaces, eco-friendly infrastructure, and renewable energy, cities are reducing carbon footprints and promoting biodiversity. How can they further leverage these strategies to combat climate change?

Hall 3 | Congress: Auditorium

Wed 6 11:20h - 12:05h Hall 3 | Congress: Auditorium Full Congress Pass