New York, NY partners with local organizations on data-driven relief after major flooding events
New York, NY Major Flooding Relief Data-Driven Partner
The $1.1 million program uses sensor data, satellite imagery, and social media analysis for targeted financial assistance to flood victims. Project partner Center for NYC Neighborhoods (CNYCN) receives an automated payment when a certain percentage of a neighborhood is impacted by flooding. This payment opens an application process through CNYCN for affected households earning up to 165% of the area median income. Successful applicants receive up to $15,000 within days of approval.
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Lower-income households could see as much as $15,000 in emergency cash assistance after an extreme deluge.
A New Pilot Launches to Support Equitable Flood Recovery in NYC
This blog was authored by Environmental Defense Fund economist, Carolyn Kousky. Facing $150 billion annually in direct costs from climate-related disasters, the current system of disaster recovery in the U.S. is failing many families and communities. Most households struggle with timely access
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