Adaptation of Infrastructure
Definition
Adaptation of infrastructure refers to modifying and improving existing structures and systems in response to changing environmental conditions. This can include measures such as strengthening levees/dikes against floods or raising roads above projected sea levels.
Analogy
Adaptation of infrastructure is like upgrading your phone's operating system to ensure it can handle new apps and features.
Related terms
Resilience: The ability of a system or community to withstand and recover from shocks, such as natural disasters, without losing essential functions.
Climate Change: Long-term shifts in temperature patterns and weather conditions caused by human activities, particularly the release of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.
Urbanization: The process of population growth and expansion of cities, often resulting in increased demand for infrastructure development.
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