Why A City’s Deferred Maintenance Should be Considered in Every Climate Adaptation Plan

09/04/23

“Why should a city’s deferred maintenance be considered in every climate adaptation plan?”

Deferred maintenance leaves infrastructure more vulnerable to climate impacts. Whether it be floods or wildfires, infrastructure is subject to the will of external forces. It’s only logical that climate adaptation leaders will need to take into consideration a city’s deferred maintenance when drafting plans. This is  Why A City’s Deferred Maintenance Should be Considered in Every Climate Adaptation Plan.