Engineering the future of New York’s subway system takes center stage as construction leaders outline the monumental challenge of floodproofing one of the world’s most critical transit networks. With rising concerns over climate resilience, experts discuss the technical hurdles—from infrastructure upgrades to long-term planning—that could determine whether the subway remains operational during extreme weather. A firsthand look at the strategies being considered reveals both the urgency and the complexity of safeguarding millions of daily commuters. The conversation highlights how innovation and infrastructure must align to prevent catastrophic disruptions in the years ahead.
I was there to meet some of the top construction executives for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, the entity that runs the subways, to see what it would take to floodproof the system. Image ...
