Join Rebuild by Design for this monthly event series, offering an in-depth look at the updated findings from the NJ Atlas of Disaster, along with insights from guest speakers who are leading efforts to address climate challenges in New Jersey.
Each session explores localized climate impacts, the economic and social costs of inaction, and strategies for building a more resilient future. The series is designed to engage policymakers, community leaders, and the public in conversations about equitable climate adaptation and infrastructure funding. Resilience experts and local leaders, will join each month to share their experiences and solutions.
Sessions take place during the end of each month and are open to all who are interested in advancing New Jersey’s climate resilience.
See below for our upcoming and past events.
UPCOMING events
February’s speaker event features New Jersey’s Chief Resilience Officer, Nick Angarone, and Kate Boicourt, Director of Climate Resilient Coasts and Watersheds at Environmental Defense Fund.
The panelists will discuss NJDEP’s latest efforts to help communities assess climate risks, strengthen resilience, and implement flood protection solutions. Featuring the following topics:
- NJDEP’s Work on Building Resilience in New Jersey – Nick Angarone
- Moderated Discussion on Climate Resilience – Kate Boicourt
- The NJ Atlas of Disaster Newest Updates – Amy Chester, Director, Rebuild by Design
Past events
January’s speaker event featured Hoboken’s adaptation infrastructure, with a deep dive on innovative funding strategies for driving climate resilience and job growth, and the New Jersey Atlas of Disaster.
Featuring:
- Hoboken’s Innovative Approach to Tackling The Challenges of Heavy Rainfall – Caleb Stratton, Chief Resilience Officer, City of Hoboken
- The NJ Atlas of Disaster – Amy Chester, Director, Rebuild by Design
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