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This. It is the integrity of infrastructure in ALL communities that really tells us who we really are. Having lived in other parts of the world where water sources simply dried out, and was alive to see AND understand the devastation of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans, Flint Michigan....there is a need to own the reality, that #Water is the commodity Generations Alpha and Beta are going to contend with on scales unimaginable. #EarthClimate

It’s the first day of summer, but cities across the US are already feeling the heat. This week has seen record temperatures across the country – with some cities’ air temperatures exceeding 90°F. #ClimateMayors are at the forefront of taking action to combat extreme heat, mitigate health risks, and protect residents. We are highlighting how mayors and cities are not only addressing the root causes of extreme heat, but also adapting to it in real time. 🌳 Mayor Kate Gallego and the city of #Phoenix are working to lower temperatures by boosting tree cover and using reflective pavement to reduce urban heat. Phoenix is also investing in public transit and adjusting zoning to mitigate the root causes of climate change. 🗺️ Mayor Regina Romero and the city of #Tuscon have adopted heat protections for city workers and implemented a “Heat Action Roadmap” that seeks to inform and protect residents while working to cool down neighborhoods & community centers. 🌡️ Mayor Danielle Levine Cava of Miami-Dade County is raising public awareness of extreme heat impacts to better protect residents by issuing a public information campaign and providing training programs to protect workers throughout the county. https://lnkd.in/eYqZ8_Z4

Week 6 of the Wellbeing Challenge at LondonGreen (IT Partners/Lightwire Business) was last week we are getting close to the finish line! Week 6 Highlights: - (This one almost needs a post of its own but...) One of the team is now 10 weeks nicotine-free after 39 years!! - We have also had a few more Plasma Donators, saving lives, left right and center! NZ Blood. This Week’s Focus: Finacial Wellbeing Teams can earn points through: 3x No Spend Days (5 Points each day) Rules: No Purchases: Avoid all non-essential spending for the entire day. This includes food, entertainment, shopping, and other discretionary expenses Essentials Only: Spend only on absolute necessities if required (e.g., emergency medical needs, utility payments).

What were you doing at 3.40am this morning? I was on call for our London hotels trying to help navigate a tricky situation with one of our members. SWEP is activated (severe weather protocol) as it’s flipping freezing! My teams at Crisis have had an absolute nightmare with SWEP these past few weeks. Getting someone a safe, warm bed for the night when it’s minus degrees outside should be simple during SWEP, but it’s becoming harder. Challenges we’ve been hearing: - it needs to be below zero for 3 consecutive nights. - they need to verify they are rough sleeping (because your professional opinion isn’t enough so put them on the street for the night so we can tick a box). - they don’t have interpreators in that language/after 5pm and no-one answers the phone out of hours. The root of the problem is that SWEP provision isn’t sufficient - there aren’t enough people to manage it well and there aren’t enough of the right types of beds. We’ve seen some great examples of SWEP being done well and variance from one local authority to another is huge. There’s too much flexibility in the protocol for SWEP so if you freeze to death or not on the streets can come down to the approach your LA chooses to take. It seems inhumane to me.

Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) are critical topics in community health because when appropriate WASH practices are implemented, they help prevent disease and increase general well-being. To achieve this, I believe that communities together with organizations in the WASH sector have to implement educational programs that highlight the importance of clean water, proper sanitation, and good hygiene practices to enable the populace to embrace the importance of proper WASH practices. This will not only improve health outcomes but also build a foundation for sustainable community development. #WASH #CommunityHealth #AFHEG

#NationalDrinkingWaterWeek is right around the corner! Register to hear from three incredible water leaders (including WE THE PEOPLE OF DETROIT's very own Monica Lewis-Patrick) on #wateraffordability in this panel hosted by Community Water Center on May 7th. One in three Americans struggle to pay their water bills on time. As inflation and rising  costs force water rates higher, this water affordability crisis will only get worse. And it's our low-income communities who are forced daily to make impossible choices between paying for water or paying for groceries. Paying for water or paying rent. Paying for water or paying for health care. We don’t accept this reality in one of the richest countries in the world. As part of National Drinking Water Week, Community Water Center is hosting a virtual discussion on drinking water affordability with frontline leaders across the U.S. They will be discussing solutions, and how we can advance efforts to ensure a basic necessity like water needs the same government support as telephones and internet to ensure access for all. Register at: https://bit.ly/NDWW-2024

💧 Great job, Xylem, for helping us visualize our impact on water conservation! 👏 Timothy Hunt! 💡 Now, what if we applied the same thinking to energy? 🌍 When it comes to water, most people understand the importance of conserving it – we can’t just make more water. Yet, when it comes to energy, the focus is often on producing more, even if it's cleaner energy. But the cleanest energy is the energy we never use. At Terra Viva Energy, we believe in harnessing the power of energy efficiency – minimizing waste and maximizing impact. Our advanced metering and monitoring systems give businesses real-time insights to reduce their energy consumption, saving both money and the planet. Let’s shift the conversation from just producing cleaner energy to using less energy and making smarter choices – just like we do with water conservation. 🌱 #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #TerraVivaEnergy #CleanEnergy #EnergyManagement #SaveEnergy #WaterConservation #SmallActionsBigImpact

💧 Great job, Xylem, for helping us visualize our impact on water conservation! 👏 Timothy Hunt! 💡 Now, what if we applied the same thinking to energy? 🌍 When it comes to water, most people understand the importance of conserving it – we can’t just make more water. Yet, when it comes to energy, the focus is often on producing more, even if it's cleaner energy. But the cleanest energy is the energy we never use. At Terra Viva Energy, we believe in harnessing the power of energy efficiency – minimizing waste and maximizing impact. Our advanced monitoring systems give businesses real-time insights to reduce their energy consumption, saving both money and the planet. Let’s shift the conversation from just producing cleaner energy to using less energy and making smarter choices – just like we do with water conservation. 🌱 #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #TerraVivaEnergy #CleanEnergy #EnergyManagement #SaveEnergy #WaterConservation #SmallActionsBigImpact

🌟 Meeting My MP, Desmond Lee : Care Bag Giving Day and More Today, I had the opportunity to meet our Member of Parliament, Desmond Lee, during Care Bag Giving Day, where each household was entitled to a care bag filled with essentials. It was a heartwarming initiative, and I could feel the sense of community as neighbors came together. 🏡🛍️ But beyond the giving, it was also a chance to bring up some pressing issues that have been on my mind as a resident. As much as I appreciate the community spirit, there are concerns that need addressing: 🧹 Cleanliness of the Block – Our block has faced ongoing challenges with cleanliness, and it’s something that needs urgent attention for the well-being of all residents. 📦 Hoarding and Blocked Corridors – Another issue is residents hoarding items in the corridors, creating blockages and posing potential safety risks. It’s a concern not just for movement, but also in case of emergencies. I took the opportunity to highlight these concerns to Desmond, and I’m hopeful that with his guidance, we can work together to improve these situations for a cleaner, safer living environment for all. 🏢🧼 It’s important to speak up about what matters in our community. If we want to see change, we need to be proactive and voice our concerns while contributing to the solutions. 💡💬 How do you engage with your local leaders and work to improve your community? Let’s continue these conversations to build a better environment for everyone! 🤝

If used right, clean water is the most powerful tool for community health. But it often lacks visibility. Here are 3 impacts you might not know about! 1. Improved hygiene and sanitation. 2. Enhanced educational outcomes. 3. Economic growth and stability.