About CDRI
CDRI is a global coalition committed to strengthening infrastructure resilience against climate and disaster risks. With 46 member countries and 7 partner organizations, it unites national governments, international bodies, and businesses to exchange knowledge, drive research, and invest in disaster resilient infrastructure. Members gain access to global expertise, funding, technical support, research opportunities, innovative solutions, and international best practices.
Headquartered in New Delhi, India, CDRI’s Secretariat holds the status of an International Organization.
CDRI’s mission is, by 2050, to drive US$10 trillion of new and existing infrastructure investments and services to be resilient to natural hazards and climate change through enhanced capacity, informed policy, planning, and management, thereby improving environmental quality, livelihoods, and overall well-being for more than 3 billion people worldwide.
Members
Key information
Why is CDRI needed?
Infrastructure like roads, bridges, and power systems are critical for economic growth, but they are at risk from floods, storms, and climate change. CDRI helps ensure that future infrastructure is strong and safe, supporting global goals like the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction.
What are CDRI’s main focus areas?
CDRI has ten major initiatives which focus on: Small Island Developing States; enhancing data and early warning systems; urban resilience; finance and governance, critical and social infrastructure; mountain regions; Africa; major events; research; and, capacity building.
How is CDRI governed?
CDRI has three levels of governance:
- Governing Council: Includes all member countries and organisations, meets yearly.
- Executive Committee: Oversees programmes and decisions, meets twice a year.
- Secretariat: Led by the Director General, runs day-to-day operations.
How is CDRI funded?
CDRI is funded by voluntary contributions from member countries and organisations. India as the host nation has provided most of the funding, with additional support from the USA, UK, Australia, France, Germany, Japan, Canada, and the World Bank. Members are not required to make financial contributions.
What are the benefits of membership?
CDRI members can share knowledge, access technical support, and learn best practices for making infrastructure safer. Membership is voluntary, and countries can adopt policies and recommendations without being legally bound.
Is an invitation needed to join CDRI?
No, any country or organization can request to join CDRI by expressing interest to the Secretariat.
How can a country or organization apply to become a member?
Countries and organisations must endorse the CDRI Charter and identify a focal point and lead for engagement with the Coalition in official communication to the Director General.
What is the membership approval process?
The Governing Council reviews and approves membership requests, which takes about six weeks.
Where is CDRI headquartered?
CDRI is based in New Delhi, India.
