RISE Resilience Innovations

RISE Resilience Innovations is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Norfolk, Virginia. With a team of three employees, RISE works to empower businesses in developing and scaling innovative solutions for coastal communities facing climate change impacts. RISE focuses on fostering resilience against sea-level rise, recurrent flooding, and economic vulnerability. Their work centers on connecting thought leaders, organizing challenges, and investing in promising solutions. They achieve this by identifying resilience challenges faced by businesses operating in coastal areas, facilitating access to testing opportunities within the Hampton Roads region, and accelerating the growth of companies offering innovative coastal resilience technologies. A key differentiator for RISE is its focus on creating a "living laboratory" for innovators. By connecting businesses with real-world testing environments, RISE helps accelerate the development and deployment of effective solutions. Additionally, RISE provides crucial funding and support to help companies bring their resilience technologies to market. For more information about RISE Resilience Innovations and their work, please visit their website at riseresilience.org.