Why We Need Shade in a Warming World
We speak with environmental journalist Sam Bloch about why modern cities have so little shade and how we can reintroduce it as a fundamental element of urban design.
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Show Notes
In Los Angeles County — famous for its sunshine — just 20% of urbanized areas are shaded at noon. That’s creating a serious health hazard for people who work outdoors, wait at bus stops or play outside. Environmental journalist Sam Bloch argues that shade should be considered a basic human right, akin to access to clean air and safe drinking water. We speak with Bloch about why modern cities have so little shade and how we can reintroduce it as a fundamental element of urban design. Bloch’s new book is “Shade: The Promise of a Forgotten Natural Resource.” Do you struggle to find shade in your community?
Guests:
Sam Bloch, environmental journalist
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