Designing resilient infrastructure that can withstand and adapt to extreme events—such as floods, droughts, or hurricanes—is essential for ensuring resilience and safety.
Projects like the Westshore Interchange, which connects major highways in Florida, or the expansion of the Seminole Expressway, which will also serve as an emergency evacuation route during hurricanes, are concrete examples of how infrastructure can be designed to endure natural disasters, including hurricanes. Both projects are being carried out by Lane Construction, part of the Webuild Group.
Climate Resilient Infrastructure: Eco-Friendly Constructions, Nature-Based Solutions and Adaptability to Climate Change
Resilient infrastructure is designed to withstand the impacts of climate change while minimising the damage of extreme events. For instance, many cities are adopting advanced technological solutions, such as real-time weather monitoring and automated emergency management systems.
Eco-friendly construction materials and nature-based solutions, like urban parks for stormwater management, have become crucial.
The Case of the United States: The Role of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) against Extreme Weather Events
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, is one of the most significant responses in the United States aimed at improving infrastructure resilience. This law—enacted in 2021—aims to modernise America’s infrastructure. But despite the many advancements made so far, there is still a strong need for greater resilience in construction, particularly in the energy and rail sectors.
This is according to the 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure, published every four years by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), which assesses the condition and outlook of 18 categories of U.S. infrastructure, including bridges, roads, airports, ports, dams, and water and power networks. On a grading scale from A to F, this year the overall U.S. infrastructure system received a C—an improvement from 2021’s C–, and higher than the average score typically seen in previous years (D).
Investing in the Future of Resilient Infrastructure for a Sustainable Economy
Resilient infrastructure is essential not only for short-term safety but also for long-term economic well-being. Investing in infrastructure that can withstand climate disasters and extreme weather conditions helps reduce future costs, improves quality of life, and supports a transition toward a greener, more sustainable economy. Resilience is, in fact, crucial for preventing major damage and protecting both people’s safety and economic stability.
Investing in sustainable and innovative solutions not only protects the environment but also builds stronger, more prepared communities ready to face the challenges of the future.
