In this episode of the Climate Correction Podcast, guests Sonia Brubaker and Sonia Succar Ferré delve into the critical work being done by the City of Miami Forever Bond Board Committee to address the city's escalating climate crisis. With a $400 million bond passed to combat the impacts of flooding, extreme heat, and a myriad of climate-related challenges, the City of Miami is taking significant steps towards a more resilient future. The city has also declared a climate emergency and has committed to becoming net zero by 2050.   The episode kicks off with a discussion of the dire climate situation facing Miami, emphasizing the urgency of the bond's initiatives. Brubaker and Succar Ferré highlight how the funding from the bond is being allocated to implement nature-based solutions that can mitigate climate risks while also enhancing the city's green infrastructure.  One key highlight of the episode is the recent legislative developments aimed at incorporating more nature-based solutions into infrastructure projects. The hosts detail how Miami is embracing innovative approaches to adaptation and mitigation, including green roofs, urban forests, and sustainable drainage systems. These measures not only enhance climate resilience but also improve the overall quality of life for Miami's residents.  Another crucial topic covered is the forthcoming RFP (Request for Proposals) ordinance and resilience checklist, which are set to transform the way firms bid on bond projects. By diversifying the pool of bidders to include more landscape architects and climate scientists, the City of Miami aims to bring multidisciplinary expertise to the table. This approach ensures that climate resilience projects are not only technically sound but also ecologically sustainable and community centric.  As the episode concludes, Brubaker and Succar Ferré underscore the collaborative efforts of various stakeholders, including government bodies, environmental organizations, and the public, in realizing Miami's climate resilience goals. The City of Miami's commitment to addressing climate change through innovative funding, legislation, and a holistic approach to resilience shines brightly in this enlightening discussion.  Listeners are left with a sense of hope and inspiration, knowing that the City of Miami is taking bold steps to confront its climate challenges head-on, setting an example for cities worldwide. This episode serves as a testament to the power of collective action and forward-thinking policies in the face of an ever-pressing climate crisis.  Links to learn more:   https://www.miami.gov/Home  https://www.miami.gov/My-Government/ClimateChange    Guest Bios  Sonia Brubaker  Sonia Brubaker is the Chief Resilience Officer for the City of Miami. Also serving as the Director of the Office of Resilience and Sustainability, she’s responsible for leading resilience expertise across municipal agencies and the community to effectively address climate change challenges. This includes implementing solutions to reduce flooding and greenhouse gas emissions. Her work in creating strategic initiatives, fast-tracking government start-ups, and collaborating with stakeholders focuses on providing equitable outcomes for all related to flooding, housing, buildings, transit, recreational areas, and more.  Prior to this position, Sonia served as the Director for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Water Infrastructure and Resiliency Finance Center where she worked with local governments to identify affordable financing opportunities to fund drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure investments that are sustainable and resilient.  Sonia has nearly 20 years of experience in the environmental sector. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Policy and Planning from Virginia Tech in 2004 and a Master of Environmental Management with an emphasis in Leadership from Duke University in 2014.  Sonia Succar Ferré