In this presentation at the CDRI's event titled 'Accelerating SDGs through Risk-informed Investments in Infrastructure' at the SDG Action Weekend in the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, Aromar Revi discusses the the importance of risk-informed investments in infrastructure for accelerating the achievement of Climate and Disaster Resilient Development. He highlights the challenges and opportunities related to infrastructure development, resilience, and the need for coordinated efforts to address the global sustainability crisis.
Some of the key points from the address are: Investment in both physical and social infrastructure is crucial for human development and economic growth.
Infrastructure investments are lagging, and climate-related disasters are causing substantial losses.
Measuring risk, especially in a changing climate, is essential for sustainable development.
Massive infrastructure investments, estimated at over £5 trillion, are needed to achieve SDGs.
Coordinated implementation and governance are vital to ensure the effectiveness of these investments.
Resilient infrastructure is a systemic response to the global sustainability crisis, addressing climate, biodiversity, and economic challenges.
