Natural Security: Community Case Studies

The eight case studies in the rerport demonstrate how innovative and sustainable water management strategies allow communities to overcome existing water management problems and prepare for the larger challenges that a changing climate will bring.

Click on the starred cities below to learn more about the eight highlighted communities. In addition, you can read brief case studies for other cities around the country by selecting the locations marked with a blue dot.

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The case studies are organized into four categories to highlight the primary benefit provided to communities by each management strategy: protecting public health, securing reliable clean water supplies, reducing flood and storm damage, and maintaining a high quality of life.