As U.S. cities face increased exposure to climate-driven physical risks, Kestrel, the leader in Sustainability Intelligence™, today released its Resilience Taxonomy for U.S. Infrastructure. This framework provides the first standardized “best practices” for benchmarking resilience in the $4.3 trillion municipal bond market.
A Confluence of Risk and Opportunity
The release comes at a critical economic juncture defined by three intersecting trends. First, U.S. infrastructure faces climate-driven physical risks that threaten asset valuations. Second, municipal bond issuance to finance infrastructure is projected to reach record levels in 2026, with roughly $600 billion in new bonds. Finally, research from the World Resources Institute indicates every $1 invested in climate resilience can yield up to $10 in economic benefits. Kestrel’s taxonomy provides essential information to navigate this high-stakes environment, ensuring capital is directed toward infrastructure designed for long-term resilience.
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Jan 5, 2026, 3:32:00 PM