Infrastructure and Transportation

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RAND research addresses the challenges of developing, managing, and protecting energy, transportation, water, communications, and other critical infrastructure throughout the world.

Research conducted by: RAND Infrastructure, Safety, and Environment; RAND Europe; Transportation, Space, and Technology Program; RAND Gulf States Policy Institute; RAND-Qatar Policy Institute

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Alternate Ways to Fund U.S. Transportation System

Congress should take the opportunity provided by the pending reauthorization of the federal transportation bill to consider new ways to fund the U.S. transportation system, shifting from indirect fees such as fuel taxes to ones that charge drivers directly for the miles they travel.

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Resilient Communities: Creating Resilient Coastal Communities — Feb 28, 2012

In this Resilient Communities podcast, Jordan R. Fischbach discusses recent research that has helped the city of New Orleans address the challenge of reducing flood risk and is relevant to many other coastal communities that are concerned with water resources, infrastructure planning, rising sea levels, and flooding.

California's Water Challenges — Oct 25, 2011

David Groves discusses an innovative approach to dealing with the many challenges that may contribute to sustainable and affordable solutions of long term water supplies in California.

Surface Transportation Finance: The End of User Financing or a New Beginning? — Mar 7, 2010

In this March 8, 2010, Congressional Briefing, Martin Wachs and Paul Sorensen discuss alternative funding streams for highway and public transportation improvements that Congress can consider as it focuses on the pending reauthorization of the federal transportation bill.

Forerunner of the Internet: Early RAND Work in Distributed Networks and Packet Switching (1960-1965) — Oct 5, 2009

At a recent RAND Alumni Association event, RAND alumnus Paul Baran discussed his work on distributed networks and packet switching.

The Arc: An Overview — Apr 15, 2009

This video overview presents key aspects of The Arc, an exploration of options for strengthening the physical infrastructure for a new Palestinian state.

Pirate Threats on U.S. Companies (Fox Business) — Apr 12, 2009

RAND Maritime Piracy Expert Peter Chalk, in a Fox Business interview, offers insights on whether the successful rescue of captain Richard Phillips will be a deterrent for pirates.

The Arc: A Formal Structure For a Palestinian State — Aug 25, 2008

Building on analyses that RAND conducted between 2002 and 2004, this presentation explores the options for strengthening the physical infrastructure of a potential future independent Palestinian state.

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