The institute for resilient infrastructure systems
REDEFINING INFRASTRUCTURE FOR A MORE RESILIENT WORLD
We’re an interdisciplinary team of scientists working toward thriving communities, businesses and natural systems through natural infrastructure.
Who are we?
An interdisciplinary team of researchers, practitioners, and educators from over a dozen departments at the University of Georgia. Our research is designed to be put directly in the hands of our stakeholders, to be used as tools in creating real-world change.
learn more About natural infrastructure
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Working With Nature Pays Off: UGA Study Finds Natural Infrastructure Delivers Returns of Up to 8-to-1
Athens, Georgia – When decision-makers consider whether to invest in nature-based infrastructure, they often don’t have the full financial picture. A new University of Georgia…
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Department of the Navy and University of Georgia Partner to Strengthen Shore Infrastructure Resilience
The Department of the Navy and the University of Georgia (UGA) have finalized a comprehensive Intergovernmental Support Agreement (IGSA) to strengthen military installation resilience and…
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Engineering associate professor applies research to real life
Growing up in Orlando, Florida, hurricanes were a regular part of Matt Bilskie’s childhood. Today, he’s working to better understand and reduce their impact. An…
Institute for Resilient Infrastructure Systems
Based in Athens, Georgia
Contact:
Gin Bacon Talati
vbtalati@uga.edu
Sarah Buckleitner
sarah.buckleitner@uga.edu
