It is becoming increasingly clear that existing buildings and communities are unprepared to withstand extreme weather events and shifting conditions associated with climate change, leaving low-income communities especially vulnerable. Investing in at-risk communities before disaster strikes is one of the most cost-effective ways to protect residents and property while strengthening their ability to weather the severe storms ahead.

As the next generation of building design guidelines are being progressively questioned/challenged by the public, thought leaders in the public and private sectors are stepping up their games when it comes to the implementations of energy efficient building upgrades/retrofits/designs that make significant health and wellness impacts on the occupants. The elevated health impacts from the implementation of quality programs and projects have the potential for major economic and socio-economic impacts as a result of enhanced productivity.