WITH the reality of climate change and the extreme weather disturbances that it brings, attaining and sustaining resiliency has become one of the basic goals of urban development all over the globe.

A resilient community is one that is deliberately designed to establish and enhance harmonious co-existence between man and nature. It is one that puts into practice the basic principles of sustainability — making best and prudent use of available resources, and ensuring that human activities do not leave adverse effects on the environment.