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Adapting Design to Climate Challenges: Insights from Amir Parekh

Dive into the complex relationship between climate change and infrastructure with Amir Parekh. Explore the implications for maintenance and design, and learn about cutting-edge approaches to address environmental challenges.

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Adapting Design to Climate Challenges: Insights from Amir Parekh

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  1. THE EFFECTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE AND DESIGN

  2. Introduction Climate change is a global reality reshaping our lives and infrastructure. From roads to energy systems, its impact on maintenance and design is profound. Let's explore key points highlighting these effects.

  3. 01. Rising Sea Levels: • Coastal infrastructure faces increased risk due to rising sea levels. • Higher water levels can lead to erosion, flooding, and saltwater intrusion into freshwater supplies.

  4. 02. Extreme Weather Events: • Increased frequency and intensity of hurricanes, storms, and heatwaves pose challenges to infrastructure stability. • Buildings and bridges must be designed to withstand extreme weather conditions.

  5. 03. Temperature Extremes: • Changing temperatures affect the durability of materials used in infrastructure. • Roads and runways may experience deterioration, requiring more frequent maintenance.

  6. 04. Impact on Transportation: • Changes in precipitation patterns affect transportation infrastructure like roads and railways. • Flooding and landslides can disrupt transportation networks, leading to increased maintenance costs.

  7. 05. Energy Infrastructure Challenges: • Thermal power plants are vulnerable to water scarcity and rising temperatures, impacting energy production. • Renewable energy sources may face intermittency due to unpredictable weather patterns.

  8. 06. Water Supply and Infrastructure: • Changing rainfall patterns impact water supply systems. • Droughts can strain water treatment and distribution systems, requiring infrastructure adaptations.

  9. 07. Urban Heat Island Effect: • Urban areas face heightened temperatures due to the heat island effect. • Infrastructure design needs to incorporate measures to mitigate heat impacts on buildings and roads.

  10. 08. Adaptation and Resilience: • Infrastructure design must focus on resilience and adaptation strategies to withstand climate change impacts. • Incorporating nature-based solutions, such as green infrastructure, can enhance resilience.

  11. Conclusion Climate changeimpacts infrastructure. Rising seas, extreme weather, and temperature shifts bring challenges. However, they also offer opportunities for innovative, resilient, and sustainable solutions. Adapting and committing to sustainability are crucial for resilient critical structures.

  12. Thank You

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