Many states, provinces, and municipalities are contemplating aggressive action to prevent damage from rising water levels and storm surge. However, given uncertainty in environmental trends, it can be difficult to know whether building a seawall, elevating structures, or taking other adaptation actions will be good investments. GEI provides specialized expertise in quantifying risks related to future hazard scenarios with and without implementation of effectively designed adaptation actions, then provides robust benefit-cost comparisons for stakeholders to evaluate.

Flooding, coastal erosion, and threats to buildings and other infrastructure are all risks from extreme weather. GEI can help you prioritize critical assets for safeguarding while facilitating outreach to build support for your needs. Our experts know—and often have worked for—agencies that provide funding and budget support for infrastructure optimization.

To be eligible for funding or pass regulatory hurdles, clients must demonstrate how their plans to adapt to a changing climate improve water quality and enhance habitat. Likewise, in protecting recreational assets like beaches, clients must triage for immediate needs while projecting longer-term risks and solutions. Our experts can help you achieve several results at once, not just one.