UBC Report Calls for Bolder Action to Combat Deadly Extreme Heat

UBC report calls for bolder action to combat deadly extreme heat

The report calls for governments to expand air conditioning unit distribution programs and make public transit free during heat waves.

New York: Ahead of extreme heat season, Gov Hochul launches Essential

Fri, 06/27/2025 - 4:18pmvia NY State of Health: Part of Governor Hochul’s Extreme Heat Action Plan, Protecting New Yorkers From Summer Temperatures Provides Free Air Conditioners to Eligible New Yorkers Enrolled in the State’s Essential Plan and With Persistent Asthma Apply to the Cooling Program Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of the Essential Plan Cooling Program, an affordability initiative that provides free air conditioners…