Tool
Creating Resilient Water Utilities
Description
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Creating Resilient Water Utilities Initiative provides water sector utilities with the practical tools, training, and technical assistance needed to adapt to climate change by promoting a clear understanding of potential long-term adaptation options. The program website includes resources to help water utilities plan for extreme weather, assess vulnerability, get training, and access other resources.
Specific tools and resources include:
- Climate Resilience Evaluation and Awareness Tool (CREAT) (includes local climate change projections)
- Resilient Strategies Guide for Water Utilities
- Training Center
- CREAT Climate Change Scenarios Projection Map
- Storm Surge Projection Map
- Streamflow Projection Map
- Case Study and Information Exchange Map
