Planning in a Polycrisis

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Planning in a Polycrisis is written by Emilia Oscilowicz and published by . It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 1558444769 (ISBN 10) and 9781558444768 (ISBN 13).

This report outlines strategies for integrating equity into climate and housing planning in five North American cities: Boston, Denver, Portland, Vancouver, and Washington, DC. Drawing on interviews with planners, it addresses how local governments navigate the intersecting crises of climate change, housing affordability, and economic inequality. The report proposes a framework to guide equitable climate urbanism, emphasizing cross-sector collaboration, resilient housing, place-based adaptation, and inclusive community engagement. It offers actionable insights to help cities move from fragmented efforts toward long-term, justice-centered urban transformation.