Planning for Resilience: Turning Risk into Readiness with Hazard-Informed Strategies

In an era of intensifying climate events, aging infrastructure, and growing urban vulnerabilities, planners are increasingly called upon to integrate risk awareness into everyday decision-making. This 2-hour webinar explores risk-informed urban planning as a proactive framework for safeguarding public health, safety, and welfare. Participants will learn how to interpret hazard maps, assess community vulnerabilities, and translate complex risk data into practical planning solutions. The session will also highlight innovative strategies—such as zoning overlays, green infrastructure, and adaptive land use planning—that address both immediate hazards and long-term resilience goals. Through real-world case studies and interactive discussion, attendees will gain tools to move from hazard identification to solution sets that enhance equitable and sustainable urban resilience.

 

 

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By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to: