Resiliency
Now Is the Time to Tackle Climate Change. Here’s How States Can Lead.
COMMENTARY | The risks from climate change hazards are growing in most American communities. State governments play a key role in helping local governments build a pipeline of resilience projects that will mitigate risks from extreme weather hazards.
Fire Official Urges Governors to Be Proactive on Hardening Homes Against Wildfire
Failing to do so, the official said, means “we're just building tomorrow’s problems.”
From Hurricanes to Pandemics: Benefiting from Crisis Lessons Learned
COMMENTARY | Elected and appointed officials must anticipate a broad range of possible catastrophes and put effective plans in place now to meet challenges like Covid-19 and future disasters.
Despite Mitigation Efforts, Watchdog Finds Rise in Repeatedly Flooded Properties
The Government Accountability Office says steps like acquiring and demolishing flood-prone homes won't be enough to shore up the finances of the National Flood Insurance Program.
Resilience Renewed in Houston
For the fifth year in a row, the Route Fifty roadshow will explore the biggest themes in state and local government. This year’s roadshow kicks off in Houston, Texas to explore the city’s resiliency journey.
Going All-In On Resilience
COMMENTARY | Senior public administrators have a duty and the power to encourage the public sector community to more readily embrace resilience.
States Take the Reins in Resilience Planning
Governors say states are taking steps to assure their long-term resiliency in the face of worsening climate change—and in the absence of sweeping federal action.
Former Emergency Managers: Act Now Before the Next Storm
COMMENTARY | A former FEMA Administrator and former Florida emergency manager urge states and local governments to invest time and resources into preparing for future severe weather events.
Rockefeller Foundation Commits $8 Million to New Climate and Resilience Program
The move comes as the 100 Resilient Cities initiative supported by the foundation winds down.
A ‘Resilience’ Plan That’s About Much More Than Climate Change
The District of Columbia’s first ever resilience strategy focuses on areas ranging from flooding to affordable housing.
A Message to FEMA: Respond to Disasters Differently
Providing money to states faster after disasters, and offering funds before they strike, would make communities safer, governors said.
Governors Request More Federal Support for Climate and Emissions Efforts
Expanding resilient infrastructure grants topped their list.
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