Climate
Climate-Forward Strategies for Resilient Cities and Infrastructure
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.
OUR APPROACH
How we help
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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 support data-driven climate action with research and analysis that guides decision-makers. By leveraging best practices, market trends, and environmental data, we help shape policies that accelerate decarbonization and climate resilience.
OUR WORK
client success stories
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![Michigan Central Building Ford Motor Company Detroit, MI]()
Michigan Central Strategic Plan
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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 & Public 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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![Aerial view of Washington, D.C. Halley Rise at dusk, showcasing illuminated buildings and a vibrant skyline against a twilight sky.]()
Rapid Digital Assessment for the Yards and Halley Rise
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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.]()
Biodiversity through Green Infrastructure
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![A view of the Delaware Aqueduct bypass tunnel, showcasing infrastructure related to watershed management and flood risk..]()
Watershed, Recreation, Infrastructure and Flood Risk Information Design
INSIGHTS
Movement: New York’s Long War to Take Back Its Streets from the Car
Nicole Gelinas, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and 2025 Gotham Prize winner, joins Author’s Corner to discuss Movement, her latest book chronicling New York City’s century-long battle to reclaim its streets from car dominance. In this candid conversation, she reflects on what NYC’s transit history teaches us about the complexity—and urgency—of enacting meaningful urban change.
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