Critical infrastructure

This study develops and proposes a multi-hazard risk-based prioritisation methodology to be used at territorial scale on a large number of bridges, both in the case of a scarce level of knowledge, and when data from visual inspections is available.

Investment in port infrastructure, capacity-building and climate resilience is necessary to tackle challenges linked to supply chain disruptions and maritime connectivity.

The Build Back Better Sector Guides provide practical resources to support clients, partners, and staff of the Asian Development Bank to enhance the climate and disaster resilience of communities, infrastructure and systems.

The pilot project fits fuel cells in emergency siren systems to sustain operation in case of a power failure, ensuring the reliability of early warning systems.

This study analyzed volcanic ash risks associated with large volcanic eruptions in the vicinity of the Korean Peninsula, focusing on assessing the risk and interconnectivity of different areas in the facilities sector

Ninety-nine percent of the world's digital communications rely on subsea cables. When they break, it could spell disaster for a whole country's internet. How do you fix a fault at the bottom of the ocean?

Johannesburg faces a worsening water crisis due to aging infrastructure, leadership changes, and a lack of skilled professionals. Experts urge dedicated funding and warn of growing calls for water privatization.

The 2024 State of Cities Climate Finance report (SCCFR) provides the most comprehensive assessment of urban climate flows and needs globally. It aims to inform action on mobilizing finance for city-level climate action at scale by 2030.