Manny Patole

Manny Patole, Industry Assistant Professor at NYU Tandon's Center for Urban Science + Progress (CUSP), focuses on applied research at the intersection of community resilience, economic development, and urban sustainability. He serves as a core member of NYU’s Environmental and Racial Justice Network, NYU Climate Change Initiative, and the New York Climate Exchange Community-Centered Research Working Group. Externally, Manny is a board member of the Municipal Art Society of NYC and serves on the steering committee of the American Planning Association’s Water and Planning Network. His work extends nationally, working with Professor's Sheila Foster and Clayton Gillette on Co-City Baton Rouge, a collaborative urban revitalization initiative that fosters equitable, community-driven governance models. Passionate about translating research into action, he actively engages in community projects addressing climate resilience, urban infrastructure, and economic empowerment. With multidisciplinary expertise in engineering, law, and planning, Manny remains dedicated to advancing inclusive, community-centered urban futures.