A study recently released by the National Research Council found that transportation infrastructure in the United States will face a number of costly challenges in coming years as a result of global and regional changes in climate. Much of this would come as a result of potential increased...
A study recently released by the National Research Council found that transportation infrastructure in the United States will face a number of costly challenges in coming years as a result of global and regional changes in climate. Much of this would come as a result of potential increased flooding in coastal and low-lying areas due to increasingly intense storms and sea-level rise. The destruction of coastal wetlands that would normally reduce the impact of storm surges and rising population in coastal areas will exacerbate these effects, the report concluded.
The study recommends public and private actions to adapt to potential climate changes, including research into new design and planning techniques, identification and evaluation of new high-risk and high-impact areas, and increased coordination among local, state, and federal governments.(more)