Effectively engaging society in climate mitigation and adaptation efforts is critical to building resilient and sustainable cities. With climate change posing increasing risks to urban environments, it is essential to include a wide range of stakeholders—community members, decision-makers, and professionals—in the planning and implementation of climate strategies. Although significant advancements have been made in developing climate adaptation and mitigation measures, many initiatives fall short due to a lack of meaningful societal engagement. Challenges remain in reaching diverse communities, educating stakeholders, and integrating participatory methods into urban climate planning and design processes.

This session welcomes research that explores innovative approaches to engaging society in urban climate action, with a focus on education, stakeholder outreach, and participatory planning. We encourage submissions that showcase methods to enhance societal involvement in both climate mitigation and adaptation efforts.
The following topics are encouraged to be submitted:

• Innovative education methods for climate action
• Effective strategies for engaging stakeholders and decision-makers in climate adaptation
• Participatory approaches and methods in urban planning and design for climate resilience
• Community-driven approaches to climate mitigation and adaptation
• Tools and technologies that support public engagement in urban climate projects
• Case studies of successful societal engagement in urban climate initiatives