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Rebuild by Design
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Rebuild is reimagining the way communities find solutions for today’s large-scale, complex problems through collaborative research and design-driven processes.

Visit us: rebuildbydesign.org
Check out a set of policy solutions to advance affordable, climate-resilient housing in NYC. Together with @envdefensefund.bsky.social and partners, we released a report that lays out a roadmap for tackling this issue.
Read here: www.edf.org/Z6HA
November 12, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Since 2011, Texas has faced 19 federally declared disasters costing taxpayers $15.5B. The July 2025 floods warn of more to come. Investing in hazard planning, local preparedness & resilient infrastructure can protect communities. Explore #AtlasofAccountability: bit.ly/rebuildaoa
November 11, 2025 at 6:46 PM
If you or someone you know was impacted by last Thursday’s flash floods, The City Sponge, #RainproofNYC, and partners compiled recovery resources: www.thecitysponge.com/p/post-flood-recovery-help

Huge shout-out to @thecitysponge.bsky.social for quickly putting it together!
November 3, 2025 at 11:15 PM
50 Weeks of Atlas: Tennessee Spotlight
Since 2011, TN has faced 30 federally declared disasters costing $1B. State funded resilience measures may help lessen future losses. Explore #AtlasofAccountability: bit.ly/rebuildaoa
November 3, 2025 at 11:07 PM
50 Weeks of Atlas: South Dakota Spotlight
Since 2011, SD has faced 22 federally declared disasters costing $301M. State-led resilience efforts may help reduce future losses & help protect families. Explore #AtlasofAccountability: bit.ly/rebuildaoa
October 29, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Join us for What’s Possible for Sustainable Communities in New Jersey on Tuesday, October 28, 2025,
at @tcnj.bsky.social
Hosted by LISC New Jersey. Reserve your spot today: lisc.org/whatspossibleNJ
October 21, 2025 at 4:12 PM
50 Weeks of Atlas: South Carolina Spotlight
Since 2011, SC has faced 11 federally declared disasters costing $1.7B. Proactive investments could help reduce future losses & help protect families. Explore #AtlasofAccountability: bit.ly/rebuildaoa
October 20, 2025 at 6:44 PM
10/24: Join us for a community walk through Mott Haven to see first-hand how investing in parks & the public realm could mitigate climate risks & create community benefits every day. w/ @SouthBronxUnite @NY4P bit.ly/motthavenparks
October 20, 2025 at 2:25 PM
50 Weeks of Atlas: Rhode Island Spotlight
Since 2011, RI has faced 8 federally declared disasters costing $66M. Resilience measures could help reduce future losses & help protect communities. Explore #AtlasofAccountability: bit.ly/rebuildaoa
October 13, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Climate Adaptation Program: Hunters Point North: Vision Plan for Resiliency shows how community-led climate planning can create equitable, long-term protection for waterfront neighborhoods
October 13, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Large Community Infrastructure Projects: ECOncrete & Field Operations transform Hudson River Park Gansevoort Peninsula. Ecological innovation + public space = resilient, vibrant waterfronts. @EconcreteL @fieldoperations
October 13, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Small Community Infrastructure Project: Ausable Freshwater Center leads the way with the Ausable River Restoration Project. Small-scale interventions, big impact: safer communities & stronger ecosystems. @ausablecenter
October 13, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Mid-size Community Infrastructure Project: Congrats to Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper for restoring Cayuga Creek! Floodplains & wetlands are back, reducing flood risk & improving water quality. @bnwaterkeeper.bsky.social
October 13, 2025 at 5:55 PM
"New Jersey’s next generation of climate leaders isn’t waiting — they’re leading.
Join us for Under 30 and Over It!, a panel featuring young professionals shaping climate policy, advancing environmental justice, and building resilient communities.
Oct 22 | 7–8 PM | Zoom
nyu.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
October 7, 2025 at 7:43 PM
50 Weeks of Atlas: Pennsylvania Spotlight
Since 2011, PA has faced 10 disasters costing taxpayers $758M. We cannot wait any longer. Every disaster strains budgets, shutters businesses, and puts families at risk. Explore #AtlasofAccountability: bit.ly/rebuildaoa
October 6, 2025 at 4:34 PM
It's been 12 years since the Rebuild by Design Competition and HUD awarded $335 Million to the vision of the BIG U and we are thrilled to have been part of last weekend's community-led celebration of the opening of the newest section of East River and Corlears Hook Parks. #nyc
October 4, 2025 at 11:27 PM
Thank you to Climate Resilience Consulting and ONE Architecture for hosting a great discussion on how resilience hubs can meet the needs of communities. Special thanks to the guest speakers for sharing powerful insights from their community hubs.

Thank you @Joycecoffee @one_arch_urb!
October 4, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Thank you @AMNH for hosting Climate Resilience in Action at #ClimateWeekNYC 🌍 An inspiring evening with @MadameGandhi, @Rit_Aggarwala, and lightning talks from @RebuildbyDesign, @NYCParks, @ClimateMuseum & @columbiaclimate showcasing local solutions for a resilient NYC.
October 4, 2025 at 11:04 PM
50 Weeks of Atlas: Oklahoma Spotlight
Since 2011, OK has faced 30 federally declared disasters costing over $1B. Investing in resilience—hazard mitigation & stronger infrastructure—can help reduce losses & protect families. Explore #AtlasofAccountability: bit.ly/rebuildaoa
September 22, 2025 at 8:14 PM
9/25 Event: Join us at the American Museum of Natural History for Climate Resilience in Action, an evening of music, lightning lectures & dialogue on NYC’s climate future. Featuring Madame Gandhi + keynote by NYC DEP Commissioner Rohit Aggarwala. #ClimateWeekNYC

RSVP: bit.ly/amnh-cw25
September 19, 2025 at 7:34 PM
9/25 #ClimateWeek Event: Join Mayor Bhalla and Rebuild by Design for a tour of Hoboken’s award-winning Resilience Parks!
Explore how parks double as #climate infrastructure,- managing stormwater, cooling neighborhoods, and boosting community vibrancy. RSVP: bit.ly/47VpA31
#climateweek2025 #hoboken
September 19, 2025 at 7:33 PM
9/25 #ClimateWeek Event: Curious about resiliency hubs and how they can meet the needs of our communities? We’re joining Climate Resilience Consulting, One architecture for a panel on designing, funding, and scaling resilience hubs across geographies. RSVP: bit.ly/464XkcU

#nyc #climateweek #climate
September 18, 2025 at 5:19 PM
9/24 #ClimateWeek Event: Learn about NYC's innovative coastal defense through an expert panel discussion led by @nytimes.com Architecture Critic Michael Kimmelman + exclusive site tour of ESCR!
RSVP: bit.ly/3VGftYf

#nyc #climateweek2025 #climateweeknyc
September 18, 2025 at 5:17 PM
9/23 #ClimateWeek Event: Discover how East River Park is being reimagined as a frontline defense against climate change. Join Rebuild, One Architecture, & BIG for a guided tour with design & architectural insights behind the project.

RSVP: bit.ly/46kkJ8O
September 17, 2025 at 7:30 PM
50 Weeks of Atlas: Ohio Spotlight
Since 2011, OH has faced 7 federally declared disasters costing $226M. Resilience investments today can help protect families & reduce future costs. Explore #AtlasofAccountability: bit.ly/rebuildaoa
September 15, 2025 at 5:27 PM