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Enhancing Climate Adaptation for Women in Delhi’s High Heat Conditions: Policy Brief

Published: December 2024

Main topic: Climate change

Study countrie(s): India

Written by: Prof. Deepty Jain

Published by: Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, Transportation Research and Injury Prevention Centre

This policy brief consolidates findings from the project Gendered Approaches for Addressing Adaptation Capacity to Hot Weather Conditions funded through High Volume Transport Programme under UK Aid. The brief outlines key strategies derived from data-driven analysis and participatory workshops, emphasising individual, community, and government-led actions to reduce exposure and build adaptive capacity.