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National and Sub-national Disaster Risk and Resilience Assessment and Roadmap for India’s Telecommunications Sector: A Policy Brief
India’s telecom infrastructure is increasingly vulnerable to natural hazards and disasters, with over 58% of the land exposed to earthquakes and other hazards. To address this, CDRI, in collaboration with the Department of Telecommunications, Government of India, and the National Disaster Management Authority, developed a Disaster Risk and Resilience Assessment Framework (DRRAF). The study mapped […]
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IRAX University Consortium
The IRAX (Infrastructure Resilience Academic Exchange) programme, launched by CDRI, invites universities to join a global consortium focused on disaster resilient infrastructure (DRI). It promotes a multidisciplinary, inclusive approach to education, research, and professional development in DRI. The IRAX-University Consortium connects “Leading Universities” with strong DRI programs and “Associate Universities” seeking to build capacity. Members […]
Community of Practice (CoP) on Resilient Health Infrastructure
The Community of Practice (CoP) on Resilient Health Infrastructure, launched by CDRI in collaboration with WHO, aims to strengthen healthcare systems against disaster and climate risks. In response to the 93.1 million people affected by disasters in 2023, the initiative focuses on five key areas: hospital operational preparedness, structural and functional resilience of hospital buildings, […]
Call to Action: Resilient Infrastructure for SIDS and Coastal Regions
The document is a Call to Action for building resilient infrastructure in Small Island Developing States (SIDS), which face devastating losses from extreme weather—up to 226% of GDP. It outlines the urgent need for disaster resilient coastal infrastructure, which is often unaffordable due to high debt and limited resources. Three expert groups identified barriers in […]
Community of Practice on Extreme Heat in Urban Educational Infrastructure: Heat Smart Schools
CDRI has launched a Community of Practice on Extreme Heat Management in Urban Educational Infrastructure Systems. This project aims to enhance climate resilience in schools by addressing the growing threat of extreme heat. It brings together educators, experts, and practitioners to co-develop heat-smart strategies that prioritize student safety, comfort, and learning continuity. The focus is […]
Community of Practice for Extreme Heat Management in Public Transport Systems: Policymakers’ Summary
This document summarizes CDRI’s CoP on Extreme Heat Management in Public Transport Systems. It provides policymakers with a framework to enhance heat resilience, emphasizing health, safety, environmental, and economic considerations. Key strategies include establishing baselines through research, stakeholder collaboration, and data-driven decision-making. Practical recommendations involve long-term urban planning, heat-resilient materials, clean energy fleets, and enhanced […]
Second CDRI Biennial Report: Global Resilience Report: Concept Note
The Second CDRI Biennial Report titled Global Infrastructure Resilience builds on the inaugural 2023 edition to deepen global understanding of resilient infrastructure. It focuses on two pillars: (1) enhancing risk modelling through deeper, localized, and forward-looking analyses, and (2) exploring practical strategies to capture the “resilience dividend” via financial tools, governance reforms, and innovative technologies. The […]
DRILexicon
The DRI Lexicon standardizes definitions for disaster resilient infrastructure, promoting a shared understanding among governments, academia, and practitioners. Developed through a collaborative process with global experts and available in nine languages, it covers 66 key terms, including “basic infrastructure,” “systemic risk,” and “resilience pathways,” contextualized for infrastructure resilience. The Lexicon aligns with international frameworks like […]