Matthew Lewis

Matthew Lewis, Director of Communications for California YIMBY, dives into the pivotal relationship between housing and climate action. He argues that electric vehicles alone can't solve the climate crisis. Discussing the insurance crisis, he warns that it could lead to state bankruptcies. Lewis unpacks the challenges posed by NIMBYism against necessary urban density, advocating for thoughtful reform to promote 'gentle density.' The conversation highlights the urgent intersection of climate policy, housing affordability, and local resistance, urging forward-thinking solutions for sustainable urban living.