New Orleans: America’s First Climate Refugee City?

April 30, 2025

New Orleans has always lived on the edge — geographically, culturally, and now, environmentally. But the risks facing the city today aren’t theoretical. They’re already reshaping the lives of thousands. As stronger hurricanes, rising seas, and surging insurance rates push residents out, New Orleans may soon earn a grim distinction: the first U.S. city where […]


Green Infrastructure Projects Underway in New Orleans' Minority Communities

October 14, 2021

A group of Black-led community organizations and Louisiana state officials will break ground later today (Thursday, October 14) on the latest green infrastructure project aimed at combating severe flooding and the negative impacts of climate change. Participating groups include Healthy Community Services, Greater Treme Consortium and the Upper 9th Ward Bunny Friend Neighborhood Association.  An […]


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