ABSTRACT
Communities and systems are inevitably vulnerable to disasters, particularly typhoons. Thus, to adapt to the destruction caused by natural hazards and to achieve a low-carbon community, this study compares critical infrastructure systems with their remaining functionality under various carbon-reduction measures and initiatives aimed at enhancing urban stability in the aftermath of a typhoon event. Hence, this research focuses on reducing carbon emissions and bolstering urban resilience in the context of Kaohsiung, Taiwan, a city that is increasingly susceptible to major typhoons. This study concentrates on four strategies: (i) augmenting network redundancy, (ii) establishing backup solutions or temporary facilities at critical nodes, (iii) strengthening facilities against wind forces, and (iv) substituting damaged infrastructures with low-carbon materials or construction methods. Comparing the results of these strategies through carbon emission during restoration and the average performance of the systems in the short term, this study provides decision-makers a reference for improving community resilience and reducing carbon emissions simultaneously.
