Date of Award
Spring 5-6-2021
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Geography
First Advisor
Peter j Marcotullio
Second Advisor
Marianna Pavlovskaya
Academic Program Adviser
Sean c Ahearn
Abstract
This research examines the implications of power outages on environmental justice communities in New York City by comparing heat vulnerability index rankings and power outage complaints during summer months. This study is distinct in the identification of hotspots, discussions of air conditioning equity and implications for climate resiliency planning.
Recommended Citation
Alper, Gabrielle, "Do heat vulnerable neighborhoods in New York City experience disproportionate power outages?" (2021). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/hc_sas_etds/727
Comments
To contact the author please send an email to her via gabriellealper@gmail.com