From the current issue of Engineering News-Record - Making Risk Reduction Pay by a former Corps Chief's perspective, Retired Maj. Gen. Merdith W.B. "Bo" Temple:
"Historically, engineers have relied on data from past events to inform design. We now have scientific tools for a forward-looking approach that rigorously assesses anticipated sea-level, increased storm intensity and geomorphic changes. These tools were applied extensively in planning the designs for New Orleans. For communities grappling with risks from climate change, innovative science, engineering, construction and financing, such as public-private partnerships, can facilitate infrastructure projects that make business sense today and far into the future."
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