February 21, 2025
MEERTALK February 2025
Join Jeff Goodell as he explores the lethal impact of extreme heat, described as "a predatory force" in his latest book. This enlightening talk will delve into why extreme heat poses a critical threat to all living things and serves as an engine for planetary chaos. Jeff will discuss innovative adaptation strategies, including the radical redesign of buildings and entire cities, to ensure resilience in our warming world.
Jeff Goodell, author of the New York Times bestseller "The Heat Will Kill You First: Life and Death on a Scorched Planet," has penned six other books and spent over a decade covering the climate crisis for Rolling Stone and other major publications.

Other Resources

Newsletter April 2026
This edition of the MEER Newsletter highlights ongoing fieldwork, community engagement, and engineering progress across Sierra Leone and India, alongside insights into climate science and emerging passive cooling approaches.
April 1, 2026
Newsletter

BBC The Climate Question
This episode of BBC's The Climate Question featured an interview with Eugenia Kargbo, Chief Heat Officer for Freetown, Sierra Leone. Eugenia Kargbo referenced the pilot project implemented in Kroo Bay, where reflective roofing materials have been deployed in partnership with MEER.
March 29, 2026
Press
