Climate
Climate-Forward Strategies for Cities
The climate crisis is no longer a distant threat—it’s a present reality shaping how cities must operate, grow, and protect their people. UrbanSense partners with public and private sector leaders to address this urgency with bold, actionable strategies. With a focus on measurable outcomes and community impact, we design climate solutions that not only respond to today's challenges but create a sustainable foundation for tomorrow.
HOW WE HELP
Delivering Scalable Pathways to Sustainability
We connect climate action to economic growth, technology adoption, and community resilience—ensuring progress that’s both scalable and inclusive.
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We design and implement climate-forward strategies that address both environmental and operational goals. From decarbonizing infrastructure to integrating renewable systems, we help organizations reduce emissions and build long-term resilience.
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We craft climate-aligned economic development plans that unlock green job creation, community wealth building, and inclusive investment in the low-carbon economy.
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We manage initiatives from planning to execution, ensuring sustainability goals stay on track, on time, and within budget—while engaging the right partners at each phase.
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We help climate organizations and agencies redesign workflows and service systems to improve coordination, efficiency, and long-term resilience. Through process analysis and future-state planning, we create more adaptive and effective climate-focused operations.
OUR WORK
client success stories
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Catskill Watershed Corporation Community Vitality Study
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![People walking in The Underline Friends of The Underline - Miami, FL]()
The Underline Technology Master Plan
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![A view of the New York City skyline from the water, showcasing iconic buildings against a clear sky.]()
NYC Proptech Pilot
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![Hudson Yards New York City skyline viewed from a rooftop, showcasing iconic skyscrapers against a clear blue sky.]()
Hudson Yards Playbook
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![Aerial view of a cityscape with green parks, meandering waterways, bridges, and modern buildings under a blue sky.]()
Knight Foundation Tech & Open Space Program
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![Aerial view of a developed Governors Island with greenery, buildings, and pathways surrounded by water, with the skyline of New York City in the background.]()
Governors Island Climate Solutions Center Start-up
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![Autonomous vehicles navigating a road, showcasing advanced technology in transportation and mobility.]()
National Infrastructure Start-up
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![A seagull on a green roof in front of skyscrapers, showcasing the New York City Bird Alliance's focus on urban biodiversity.]()
NYC Bird Alliance Biodiversity District Planning and Environmental Monitoring
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![A view of the Delaware Aqueduct bypass tunnel, showcasing infrastructure related to watershed management and flood risk..]()
NYC DEP Watershed, Water Supply and Flood Risk Information Design
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![Interior of the New York Power Authority's Integrated Smart Operations Center with multiple desks and a large digital screen displaying the center's name.]()
New York Power Authority ERP Modernization
INSIGHTS
Biometric Wellness Optimization & AI-Driven Environments: Landlord of the future Part 1
Landlords are evolving into wellness infrastructure providers. In this post, UrbanSense shares insights on how AI and biometric data are powering the next generation of buildings—responsive, personalized, and performance-optimized.
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