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nability, and societal transformation. My research focuses on how individuals, communities, and cities respond to global environmental change, and their different capacities for adaptation, resilience, transformation, and long-term sustainability. Specifically, I explore the impacts of uncritical climate solutions, resilience planning, and sustainability practices on marginalized communities.

This includes examining spatial disaster risk reduction strategies, managed retreat programs, water revitalization initiatives, just transitions, green infrastructure, and transformative adaptation planning. I frequently work, advise, help, and stay aware of Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and/or low-income communities on climate justice issues including gentrification, displacement, a