New Yorkers across the state have faced the devastating impacts of climate change including record-setting floods, extreme heat events, powerful coastal storms, and rising water levels. Communities from the Southern Tier to the North Country, and the Bronx to Buffalo, are repeatedly hit by the lasting effects of hurricanes, tropical storms, and seasonal Nor’easters. They are part of a growing pattern of extreme weather driven by climate change that is disrupting lives, damaging infrastructure, and threatening our natural systems.  

Governor Kathy Hochul recognizes the need to provide resources and information to New Yorkers to protect their homes, families, businesses, and critical infrastructure. That’s why New York State developed this centralized resilience platform – a one-stop shop for residents, businesses, and municipalities. Here, New Yorkers can find the resources, tools, and funding opportunities needed to plan, adapt, and strengthen communities.  

What is Resilience?

Resilience is the ability for a community and its ecosystems to adapt and withstand impacts from climate change including extreme weather and other disruptive events; to recover quickly and bounce back across social, economic, and ecological systems; to continue functioning in the aftermath of a disaster; and adapt to rapidly changing environmental conditions and forces. 

Why Invest in Resilience?

By making strategic investments and helping communities, we can build a more resilient New York State and reduce the impacts of future risks. Investments in resilience and preparedness generate real savings. Current research from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce shows that every dollar invested in resilience can save communities $13 in economic impact, damages, cleanup costs, jobs and lost wages.