Climate-Resilient Infrastructure Handbook

The Climate-Resilient Infrastructure Officer Handbook, developed by the Global Center on Adaptation (GCA), serves as a comprehensive guide for integrating climate adaptation strategies into infrastructure projects, particularly through Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs). Recognizing the escalating impacts of climate change—such as extreme weather events, sea-level rise, and temperature fluctuations—the Handbook emphasizes the necessity of embedding climate resilience throughout the infrastructure lifecycle.

Structured into five modules, the Handbook offers practical tools and methodologies for assessing climate risks, incorporating Nature-based Solutions (NbS), and aligning infrastructure development with national adaptation goals. It addresses the significant global investment gap in climate-resilient infrastructure, by advocating for PPPs as a mechanism to mobilize private sector financing and expertise.

Targeted at a diverse audience—including public and private sector practitioners, policymakers, and financial institutions—the Handbook aims to foster a proactive approach to climate adaptation. By promoting the integration of resilience measures into infrastructure planning and execution, it seeks to ensure that investments not only withstand climate-related challenges but also contribute to the sustainable development and well-being of communities worldwide.