Infrastructure is the backbone of our communities, providing not only critical services (such as water, transportation, electricity, and communications), but also the means for health, safety, and economic growth. These systems often extend beyond our communities providing service to entire regions and contributing to the delivery of National Critical Functions. Given the vital importance of infrastructure to our social and economic well-being, it is imperative we ensure our networks are strong, secure, and resilient. In order for communities to thrive in the face of uncontrollable circumstances and adapt to changing conditions (e.g., evolving security threats, impacts from extreme weather, technological development, and socio-economic shifts), we must work to make our infrastructure more resilient.
