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Rethinking Infrastructure: Climate Resilience and Cultural Norms

This chapter examines the critical role infrastructure plays in our daily lives, emphasizing its often unseen importance until failures occur, particularly in light of climate change. It further explores the effects of climate disruptions on infrastructure systems, advocating for a shift towards renewable energy and resilient design. Additionally, the chapter highlights how cultural norms influence societal behavior and organization, drawing insights from global contexts on the distinctions between tight and loose cultures.

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