HERA CEO Kathy Baughman McLeod explained on international broadcast why extreme heat demands immediate action and why many of the most effective solutions are already cost-effective and ready to deploy.
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Heatwaves have impacted many parts of the globe this season. HERA has been in newsrooms with one message: the solutions already exist, and waiting costs lives and income…
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HERA
Strength in a hotter world
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- Non-profit Organizations
- Location
- Amsterdam, NL
- Company size
- 11–50 employees
About HERA
We are a global climate adaptation NGO with a mission to protect the health, income and dignity of women in the frontlines of extreme heat.
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HERA published a report titled Weathering Change: How Extreme Heat Is Reshaping Women’s Lives in Thailand featuring Ben's story about extreme heat affecting women food vendors.
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HERA attended the AVPN Global Conference 2026 in New Delhi to discuss women-centered heat solutions and climate finance.
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HERA partnered with Leslie Johnston, M.Sc., and Laudes Foundation for a full-house session.
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