By Sushant Agarwal
Published on | Sep 18, 2025
Climate change is no longer distant—intensifying heatwaves, floods, and wildfires are putting our homes and lives at risk.
Rising heat is turning homes into ovens, with weak walls trapping heat and smoke from fires making indoor air unsafe to breathe.
Floods and storms damage homes, bringing water, toxins, and disease, leaving many families feeling unsafe even under shelter.
Each disaster brings steep costs—rising insurance, costly repairs, and shrinking access to affordable housing for struggling families.
When homes are too hot or cold to affordably manage, energy poverty quietly harms health, mental wellbeing, and human dignity.
Not everyone feels climate impacts equally—low-income renters face weak housing, while safer areas become pricier, pushing them into riskier zones.
Climate-resilient homes with strong structures, smart ventilation, heat-resistant materials & reflective roofs shield families from extreme weather.
Building codes, tenant protections, and housing policies must ensure every home is safe, healthy, and secure in a warming world.
Housing in a changing climate means more than numbers—it’s about resilient, affordable, and healthy spaces where people can thrive.