DEBATE | How to cool down Prague? The City and Heatwaves
We warmly invite you to a debate on Monday, July 21, this time on the topic: How to Cool Down Prague – The City and Heatwaves.
The year 2024 was the hottest year on record, following the previously record-breaking year of 2023. In addition to rising global average temperatures, Europe has experienced numerous instances of extreme weather, including summer heatwaves.
The well-known phenomenon of the urban heat island is now colliding with an increasing number of consecutive tropical days and nights. Overheated cities no longer cool down sufficiently overnight, which has serious consequences — from impacts on infrastructure to significant public health concerns.
21. July 2025
WHEN: Monday, July 21, 2025, 18:00
WHERE: Scout Institute, Staroměstské nám. 1/4, 110 00 Staré Město
WHAT TO LOOK FORWARD TO:
- How do heatwaves manifest in urban environments?
We’ll look at climate data from recent years and the specific impacts of warming in cities. - What are the health impacts of extreme heat?
We’ll explore issues of exposure and vulnerability, particularly for at-risk groups. - How are European cities coping with this phenomenon?
We’ll break down successful examples of adaptation strategies. - How can effective public administration and communication help?
We’ll explore the importance of connecting relevant city organizations and strategies for effective public outreach. - And how is Prague doing in this regard?
We’ll take a look at the adaptation components of the “Prague Climate Plan” and how they are being implemented.
SPEAKERS:
- Barbora Týcová – Bieno – Living Courtyards
- Magdalena Maceková – Urban Climate Adaptation Specialist, Partnership Foundation
- Milan Vítek – spokesperson, project Fakta o klimatu
- Tereza Líbová – Head of the Environmental Projects Department Prague
MODERATOR: Katarína Svitková - EUROPEUM Institute for European Policy
We look forward to seeing you there!
