Ladd Keith, Ph.D. is an interdisciplinary researcher working at the intersection of urban planning and climate change to create more sustainable and resilient cities. With over a decade of experience working with diverse stakeholders in cities across the U.S. solving complex urban challenges, he is particularly interested in research that informs practice. His current research explores the emergent planning, design, and urban governance for extreme heat. He also founded and leads the Sustainable Built Environments degree program, offered in-person, online, and globally in Lima, Peru, and teaches courses on climate action planning and public participation.