CLEAN : Vulnerable to climate change, New York constructs seawall

The video discusses a major resiliency project in a dense urban area, focusing on floodwall construction and climate change adaptation. New York City is investing $20 billion in climate resiliency, implementing strategies to protect its coastline and upgrade buildings. The Eastside Coastal Resiliency project is adaptable to future sea level rise and storm surges. Hurricane Sandy was a pivotal event that influenced current climate strategies, leading to substantial projects to protect New Yorkers.

What is the primary focus of the largest resiliency project in a dense urban area in the US?

• Building new skyscrapers

• Developing new transportation systems

• Constructing floodwalls and elevating parks

• Creating new residential areas

What is the purpose of installing piles and sheet piles in the construction process?

• To create a decorative landscape

• To enhance the aesthetic appeal of the area

• To form a cut-off wall for flood protection

• To support new residential buildings

How much is New York City investing in climate resiliency?

• $25 billion

• $10 billion

• $15 billion

• $20 billion

What is one of the strategies New York City is implementing to protect against climate change?

• Reducing public transportation

• Increasing the number of parks

• Protecting the coastline

• Building more highways

What feature makes the Eastside Coastal Resiliency project adaptable?

• Its design to accommodate more visitors

• Its potential to expand horizontally

• Its capacity to add elevation to the flood wall

• Its ability to change colors

What event significantly influenced New York City's approach to climate change?

• Hurricane Katrina

• Hurricane Sandy

• Hurricane Andrew

• Hurricane Harvey

What is the main goal of the substantial projects being implemented in New York City?

• To expand the city's boundaries

• To protect New Yorkers from climate impacts

• To increase tourism

• To develop new technology hubs