Description

This book synthesizes the findings from a collaborative workshop featuring leading experts from academia, government, and industry, aimed at addressing the intricate interdependencies between climate change, cybersecurity, and critical infrastructure resilience.

Delve into key themes such as the vulnerabilities of our energy sector against emerging hazards, the role of autonomous uncrewed systems in maintaining undersea infrastructure, and the metrics necessary for a climate-adapted cyber-physical grid. With chapters like Mapping Critical Infrastructure Interdependencies and Beyond the Trend: Climate Variability as a Threat Multiplier, this book provides a nuanced understanding of how climate change exacerbates risks and challenges across various sectors.

The workshop's dynamic format, including keynote presentations, tabletop exercises, and scenario mapping, has informed the development of actionable strategies for enhancing resilience. Readers will gain insights into diversified reservoir management for water security, the implications of quantum technology on cybersecurity, and the need for a robust response to climate variability.

This book is essential for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners seeking to navigate the complexities of climate adaptation and risk management. Join us in exploring innovative pathways to secure our infrastructure and ensure a sustainable future in the face of unprecedented challenges.