In this project, I explored Miami’s emerging leadership in sustainable and resilient infrastructure. Known as ground zero for climate impacts, Miami faces severe storms and flooding risks—yet is building a collaborative climate tech ecosystem across public offices, private finance, startups, community groups, and research institutions.

In 2023, Miami was named the only U.S. “Tech Hub” focused on climate, part of a national initiative to align regional innovation with critical industries. The city anchored its strategy around the Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure (SRI) sector. The goal: unify regional strengths to create jobs, scale startups, and attract investment.

Universities like the University of Miami and Florida International University lent research capacity for innovations such as “living seawalls,” hybrid coral reefs, and water-purifying concrete—while expanding training pipelines for SRI careers. Private players like Citadel invested $3M into the Miami-Dade Innovation Authority to support startup growth.

This case offered a window into how multi-sector coalitions can drive innovation—especially when the stakes include rising seas and the future of a coastal economy.