Opinion: Improving builldings and infrastructure to strengthen resilience to climate changes

Mitigation and adaptation: Building urban resilience to climate risks The challenges ahead are daunting, but we have the tools, data and collective responsibility to act decisively. With bold but science-based action, we can build a future that is both sustainable and resilient. For the international community, the time to act is now. Fang li,CGTN CGTN

Urban renewal and infrastructure investment are among the most promising pathways for cities to achieve climate resilience. WRI's research on resilient infrastructure underscores that building for resilience is not a cost but a critical investment. For every yuan spent, the return can be up to 2 to 20 yuan over 30 years, highlighting the economic and social value of resilience.