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Taking the global stage, Disaster Risk Reduction Director Rohan Shinde delivered powerful insights on infrastructure resilience across two sessions at #COP29. 🏥 The "Investing in Climate Resilience of Healthcare Infrastructure in LMICs" session explored the intersections of #earthquake resilience and hospitals. Rohan highlighted our UNOPS Fiji Retrofitting of Hospital Buildings project and discussed the need for hazard vulnerability and risk assessment for health infrastructure. ⛰️ The "Building Infrastructure Resilience in the Mountain Regions" session analyzed common challenges, best practices and collaborative efforts to increase critical infrastructure resilience in mountain areas. Rohan emphasized building code #regulations, disaster risk assessment and the importance of stable foundations in these vulnerable regions. As natural hazards become more frequent, innovative solutions must be explored to create resilient infrastructures for all. #COP29Azerbaijan #Baku #CDRI #MiyamotoInternational

Traditional wisdom meets seismic resilience in the #ancient technique of Flat Stone construction. This method, characterized by stacked flat stones measuring approximately 15 to 40cm in length and 2 to 4cm in thickness, has demonstrated its effectiveness in earthquake-prone regions. The walls, typically 40 to 50cm thick and 2 to 3m high, are bound with locally sourced mud mortar, creating a sturdy structure that can withstand significant seismic activity.  ▸Flat Stone #construction demonstrated superior performance during earthquakes compared to round stone masonry. While some damage occurred, primarily in the form of roof collapse and cracking along mortar joints, the interlocking nature of the flat stones helped prevent complete structural failure. This resilience is particularly noteworthy given the technique's simplicity and use of readily available materials.  Let's embrace this knowledge from the past to build resilient futures for communities in seismic zones worldwide. 🔆 يجتمع التراث التقليدي مع مقاومة الزلازل في المعرفة الضمنية والتقليدية المتعلقة بالتقنية القديمة للبناء بالحجر المسطح. تُعرف هذه الطريقة بتكديس أحجار مسطحة يتراوح طولها بين 15 و40 سم، وسماكتها بين 2 و4 سم، وقد أثبتت فعاليتها في المناطق المعرضة للزلازل. عادةً ما يكون سُمك الجدران بين 40 و50 سم، وارتفاعها بين 2 و3 أمتار، وتُربط بخلطة طينية محلية، مما يخلق بنية قوية تتحمل النشاط الزلزالي الكبير. أظهرت طريقة البناء بالحجر المسطح أداءً أفضل أثناء الزلازل مقارنة بالبناء بالحجر المستدير. ورغم حدوث بعض الأضرار، مثل انهيار الأسطح وظهور التشققات على طول وصلات الخلطة الطينية، ساهم التداخل الفعّال بين الأحجار المسطحة في منع الفشل الهيكلي الكامل. تُعتبر هذه المرونة جديرة بالملاحظة، نظرًا لبساطة التقنية و اعتمادها على مواد متاحة محليًا. لنستفد من هذه المعرفة التراثية لبناء مستقبل مرن للمجتمعات في مناطق الزلازل حول العالم. 🔆 #ConstructionMethod #AltlasMountains

When natural hazards strike, preparation is the difference between withstanding and devastation. From saving lives to strengthening economies, readiness transforms communities—because tomorrow's safety begins with today's planning. #Preparedness #SavesLives #StructuralEngineering

🏗️ Innovative design meets functionality! 🌟 The Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) Conference Center is a state-of-the-art solution to meet the growing needs of education in the County. With its flexible design for indoor and outdoor events, breathtaking views of nearby mountain ranges and a ground-floor café for added convenience, this four-story facility is more than just a building—it's a community hub. 💡 Fun Fact: Miyamoto tackled the unique engineering challenge of creating a 200-stall parking garage beneath the center by designing innovative vibration-control and space-maximizing systems. . . . . . #structuralengineering #innovativedesign #communityimpact #riverside #ca

An exciting new project is underway! 🏗️ Philip Yu introduces the upcoming Ford high-rise car dealership in downtown Los Angeles, an eight-story facility designed to enhance both customer and operational experiences. The ground floor will feature a modern office space and showroom, while the second floor will include advanced tech facilities, a conference room and a comfortable customer waiting area. The third and fourth floors will house vehicle service areas equipped with car lifts and a mezzanine-level parts storage system. Stay tuned for more updates as we bring this innovative vision to life! . . . . . #structuralengineering #newconstruction #highrise #downtown #la #ca

A climate-driven exodus is reshaping our world. By 2050, 1.2 billion people—equivalent to 3X the population of North America—could be uprooted from their homes, and 53% of all these #displacements are due to climate-related disasters. 🏢 Climate migration leads to increased #urbanization, signifying that infrastructure is critical to accommodate growing populations. Ensuring resilient cities requires: ▫️Robust building codes and enforcement systems ▫️Climate-resilient infrastructure planning ▫️Support for vulnerable communities ▫️Institutional capacity building 🔆Implementation In Action: In Dhaka, Bangladesh, we established an Urban Resilience Unit, implemented the developed Electronic Construction Permitting System (ECPS) across 8 zones, assessed over 5 million square meters of critical infrastructure, and trained 200+ professionals in resilient construction practices—a comprehensive effort through technical systems and human capacity. As #COP29 unfolds, let's remember that climate action isn’t about promises—it's about the tangible changes we make today. 📖 "Lessons on resilience from a year of global earthquakes" by Kit Miyamoto, Ph.D., S.E., Olivia Nielsen, Ommid Saberi, and Guido Licciardi: https://lnkd.in/gUdZ35S9

🌊📉Disasters disrupt private sector growth and profitability – so private companies need to be part of an all-of-society approach to reduce disaster risks and build resilience. To foster public-private collaboration and encourage businesses worldwide to take proactive measures in preparing for and mitigating disaster risks, UNDRR has launched a Network of Corporate Chief Resilience Officers (CCRO). 🌐 "This network will accelerate the integration of disaster risk reduction into business models, ensuring that resilience is at the core of companies' decision-making," said Kamal Kishore, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Disaster Risk Reduction. ➡️ https://ow.ly/KhF750UaW7Q

Tajikistan is advancing its approach to earthquake-resistant rural #housing through evidence-based infrastructure planning. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Committee of Emergency Situations and Civil Defense (CESCD) of the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan, supported by the technical expertise of Miyamoto International, are spearheading the innovative "Enhancing Disaster Risk Understanding and Resilience" Technical Assistance project. Last month's strategic workshop in Dushanbe, led by #ADB with valuable insights from expert Amir Gilani, marked a key milestone in this initiative. The session brought together key stakeholders to evaluate comprehensive background #research, examine resilient housing roadmap strategies, and align implementation priorities with government objectives. This collaborative approach ensures that proposed solutions are effective and locally practical. The workshop's collaborative dialogue between government officials, development partners, and technical experts reinforces our mission to protect rural communities through practical, sustainable housing solutions that will serve generations to come. Thank you to everyone who is making this project happen: Olivia Nielsen Giulia Jole Sechi Hannah Suhail Mazkour Shakhzod Takhirov Miyamoto New Zealand

From 2017 to 2023, this transformative initiative helped Ecuadorian communities #rebuild safer homes and stronger futures after the devastating 7.8 earthquake. 🚧 Key Challenges Addressed: 1️⃣ Limited access to safe, resilient construction methods. 2️⃣ Rebuilding practices that didn't meet safety standards. 3️⃣ Limited knowledge of anti-seismic materials and techniques. Project Impact by Completion: ✔️ 2,950 homeowners trained in disaster-resilient construction methods. ✔️ Hands-on workshops provided training on traditional materials and bamboo construction, with participants building prototypes for real-world applications. ✔️ Collected and analyzed seismic risk data from 85 rural communities to guide future resilience efforts. Together, we can build a safer, more resilient future for all. #sustainability #testimonial

We are proud to have contributed to crucial climate action discussions at #COP29! Prioritizing disaster risk reduction when integrating #technologies into climate-resilient #infrastructure projects for our communities must be a top priority as we face the challenges of a changing world. ➡️In Greater Jakarta, Indonesia, the USAID/BHA-funded Urban Communities for Resilient Action (KUAT) is leading a risk awareness and preparedness activity through social media. 92% of residents in KUAT's work areas were unaware they lived in an earthquake-risk zone. ➡️Young scientists and journalists uploaded a video on YouTube about the Baribis fault, which garnered over 1 million views in 5 months. This led to increased community awareness and disaster risk reduction in Greater Jakarta. As we explore new technologies and their roles in disaster risk reduction, we are guided by a safer, better future for all! We thank the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure for leading these conversations. Elizabeth Petheo, MA, MBA Rave Aulakh #COP29Azerbaijan #Baku #MiyamotoInternational #CDRI #DRR