Climate Mayors Appoints New Steering Committee Members from Miami, San Antonio, and Cincinnati
Climate Mayors has announced the addition of three new members to its 2027 Steering Committee: Mayor Eileen Higgins of Miami, FL; Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones of San Antonio, TX; and Mayor Aftab Pureval of Cincinnati, OH. These mayors represent cities in the Southeast, South, and Midwest regions of the U.S. and are recognized for their efforts in advancing resilient, affordable, and clean energy solutions. According to Kate Wright, Climate Mayors Executive Director, these leaders were chosen by their peers for their demonstrated ability to deliver climate solutions that reduce costs, cut pollution, and build healthier communities. The new members join a 29-person Steering Committee that includes representatives from cities of various sizes across different political landscapes, all working towards reducing pollution, lowering energy costs for residents, and building more resilient communities. Mayor Higgins is focused on extreme heat protection, stormwater management, and waste reduction in Miami. Mayor Jones is...