About Linda's Work

Linda's research focuses on metropolitan and environmental governance, climate change adaptation, and the equity and justice impacts of climate policies. Her professional experience includes international development, regional strategic planning, and environmental sustainability at the architecture and engineering firm AECOM, Institute for International Urban Development, and Rocky Mountain Institute. In addition, she has consulted for the World Bank, American Institute of Architects, and RAND Corporation on projects and research worldwide.

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Sunset behind tall buildings along the Miami, FL coast, seen across water.

Shi asks “Can Florida’s Coast Survive Its Reliance on Development?”

A pink child's bike and a blue adult's bike rest on a fence near concrete buildings and manicured green trees.

Shi publishes special issue on Planning for Climate Transformations

A group of children and adults stand in front of a playground holding a white banner that says "We Own It!"

Transformative Climate Adaptation with Linda Shi

Shi launches Adaptive Land Lab at Cornell

America needs a climate adaptation strategy

Shi lectures on green infrastructure beyond flood risk reduction

Adapting to Climate Change in Cities May Require a Major Rethink

Shi says adapting to climate change in cities may require a major rethink

Shi says adapting to climate change in cities may require a major rethink