AIANY Climate Change and Architecture Tour

Step aboard the elegant yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II for the AIANY Climate Change and Architecture Tour, an insightful journey around Manhattan that explores how climate change is transforming New York City’s skyline, shoreline, and infrastructure. As you cruise along the waters, enjoy sweeping views of the city while learning about the vital efforts shaping its sustainable future. Led by experts in architecture and urban design, this tour examines the challenges posed by rising sea levels, stronger storms, and shifting weather patterns—and the innovative ways architects, engineers, and planners are responding. Discover how New York is adapting through waterfront resilience projects, renewable energy initiatives, and greener building practices that redefine the city’s relationship with its environment.

Throughout the cruise, you’ll see real examples of progress in sustainability and urban resilience. Observe elevated parks and neighborhoods built to withstand floods, sustainable structures designed to reduce emissions, and major projects that reflect a shift toward renewable energy. Learn about infrastructure improvements protecting transportation systems and how the city is managing extreme heat and drought conditions. From the Harlem River’s historic bridges to the future New York Climate Exchange on Governors Island, this experience offers a fascinating, panoramic view of how innovation and design are helping New York face the realities of a changing climate while striving for a more sustainable future.