Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI)
CDRI INITIATIVE FOR RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE IN ISLAND NATIONS
1. What is CDRI?
The Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) is an India-led initiative that focuses on strengthening infrastructure resilience against disasters and climate change impacts.
2. What is the purpose of the new funding initiative?
The new funding initiative aims to support Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in building robust, climate-resilient infrastructure across critical sectors like transport, power, telecommunications, water, health, and education.
3. Who is eligible for the funding?
The funding is open to all 57 SIDS nations. These countries can apply for technical support, knowledge resources, and financial assistance to enhance their infrastructure resilience.
4. What types of projects can be funded?
Proposed projects can focus on improving policies, regulatory frameworks, project preparation capacities, resource mobilization, project implementation, and data systems to make infrastructure more resistant to natural disasters and climate change impacts.
5. Why is this initiative important for SIDS?
SIDS face escalating risks from sea level rise, intensifying storms, flooding, and other environmental threats that can devastate critical infrastructure. Enhancing resilience is crucial for safeguarding communities and supporting economic development.
6. What recognition has CDRI received for its efforts?
CDRI’s Infrastructure for Resilient Island States (IRIS) was awarded the 2024 UN SIDS Partnership Award in the Environment category for its innovative partnerships and contributions to sustainable development in SIDS.
7. What will the funding support?
The funding will provide SIDS with knowledge products, tools, and partnerships needed to achieve climate and disaster-resilient infrastructure, enabling resilient economies and a secure future.
8. What are the next steps for accessing the funding?
Detailed criteria, guidelines, and submission procedures for the CDRI resilience project proposals will be issued in the coming weeks. The coalition aims to rapidly deploy support to address the urgent resilience needs facing SIDS worldwide.
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