How Project Teams Are Building Climate-Resilient Infrastructure
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Building sustainable infrastructure doesn’t just protect people and the planet—it boosts the bottom line. Project teams must deliver assets that can withstand the extreme effects of climate change. Guests discuss the growing focus on climate-resilient infrastructure, how to manage stakeholders across project partners and communities, and which skills project professionals need to lead these initiatives. Plus, an in-depth discussion about a major infrastructure overhaul program in Peru, with projects focused on climate resilience and delivering long-term value. Key themes [02:28] Climate change’s systemic effects on infrastructure—and why that’s a challenge for project professionals  [07:49] Must-haves for climate resilience projects: Curiosity, communication skills and community engagement  [13:49] What trends are next in climate-resilient infrastructure [17:29] The growing momentum for climate-resilient infrastructure [19:53] How Peru is rebuilding after 2017 El Niño, creating climate-resilient infrastructure, education and health centers [25:39] Future-proofing Peru’s reconstruction program through knowledge transfer
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