SXSW 2025

NYC 2100: Resilient Design for Waterfront Cities

Description:

NYC could see 6’ of sea level rise by 2100. Its 500 miles of coastline faces challenges for long-term protections especially for vulnerable & marginalized populations. How can expertise in climate modeling, public policy, urban design & long-term planning create more equitable and resilient neighborhoods? How can these strategies be applied to other cities facing similar climate threats? Panelists will discuss how climate change will impact urban design & land use, identify key policy considerations, tactical solutions to promote future-proof planning, climate justice & resilient design.

Other Resources / Information

https://www.hok.com/ideas/research/resilient-design-strategies-for-coastal-cities

https://www.hok.com/news/2024-05/reimagining-new-york-city-for-2100-hoks-william-kenworthey-outlines-vision-at-uli-climate-resiliency-panel/

Takeaways

  1. How urban design & policy issues can be integrated into climate change planning.
  2. How design & policy interventions in the urban core can address regional planning challenges & promote equitable growth for a broader metro area.
  3. How NY can be a model for other cities to tackle similar challenges related to climate change, sea level rise or increased flooding and other impacts.

Speakers

  • William Kenworthey, Regional Leader, Planning + Urban Design, HOK
  • Michael Marrella, Director of Climate & Sustainability Planning, NYC Department of City Planning
  • Michele Van Hyfte, Sustainable Design Leader - Resiliency, HOK

Organizer

Stephanie Miller, Director of Public Relations, HOK

Meta Information:

  • Event: SXSW
  • Format: Panel
  • Track: Climate & Sustainability
  • Track 2
  • Level: Intermediate
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