R-cities CRO survey 2023

The Resilient Cities Network’s 2023 Chief Resilience Officer (CRO) survey sheds light on how cities are adapting to increasingly complex risks like climate change, social inequality, and infrastructure challenges. The survey captures insights from CROs globally, focusing on key areas like resilience planning, climate adaptation, and equity.

One of the survey’s major findings is the prioritization of climate resilience, with many cities advancing policies to address urban vulnerabilities through multi-layered approaches. For instance, CROs report an emphasis on embedding climate resilience across local policies, governance structures, and projects. They highlight initiatives to address flood risks, energy resilience, and economic vulnerability, showing how cities aim to not only adapt to climate change but also mitigate its impacts.

Another crucial insight from the survey involves the commitment to equitable resilience. This focus recognizes that resilient cities must ensure all communities, especially marginalized groups, benefit from resilience efforts. CROs are facilitating collaborations between public, private, and community sectors to integrate resilience more deeply and equitably across city services and infrastructure.

Additionally, the survey notes progress toward circular and regenerative urban economies, as cities aim to reduce waste and emissions while creating sustainable jobs. Overall, the CROs see a need for agility and innovation in urban planning, particularly in light of global disruptions and the growing “polycrisis” era, where multiple risks interlink and amplify each other.

For more detailed information on the survey, you can refer to the Resilient Cities Network’s official resources.

source :

https://resilientcitiesnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PowerXchange-Report.pdf