University of Vermont (UVM) Flood Resilience Program

Source: University of Vermont Office of Research

Significance: Program funds 6 research projects on flood resilience

Description: UVM's Flood Resilience Program conducts interdisciplinary research on various aspects of flood resilience, including flood risk assessment, community preparedness and response, and the ecological impacts of flooding. Researchers collaborate with local communities and government agencies to develop strategies for reducing vulnerability to floods and enhancing resilience. A notable project is Kelly Hamshaw and Daniel Bake of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Community Development and Applied Economics — with the Mobile Home Program, Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity — being awarded a grant to study the urgent needs in Vermont manufactured housing communities impacted by July 2023 flooding.