Gov. Green's Climate Advisory Team talks priorities to mitigate disaster losses
By Hawaiʻi Public Radio
In recent weeks, two devastating hurricanes hit the U.S. East Coast, causing billions of dollars in damages and the deaths of over 100 people. It's a stark reminder of how climate change is worsening storms and creating other extreme weather events.
Gov. Josh Green established a Climate Advisory Team this past May to promote resilience and recovery from future climate-related disasters. The volunteer team is looking at areas ripe for policy-making: environmental and infrastructure resilience, and physical and financial recovery.
HPR talked to team chair Chris Benjamin and member Robin Campaniano about advising the Green administration in preparation for the 2025 legislative session.
