03/05/2026 | Press release | Archived content
In a thoughtful conversation featured on the New York Build Expo blog, GFT's climate resiliency expert, Kit Wong, Ph.D., RA, LEED AP, principal and senior vice president, discusses the growing need to design and build cities that can withstand the impacts of changing weather patterns, from extreme weather to rising sea levels.
Drawing on decades of experience in resilient and sustainable planning and design, Wong highlights how the architecture, engineering, and construction industry plays a critical role in shaping infrastructure that protects communities now and in the future. The discussion highlights the importance of integrating climate resilience into infrastructure planning to support long-term performance and community well-being.