BUILD RESOURCE INDEPENDENCE + ALTERNATIVES
Building resource independence for electric, natural gas, roads, rail, and water resources in South Dakota is a complex and multifaceted task. Achieving resource independence requires a combination of strategies, investments, and policies. Building resource independence is a long‑term endeavor that requires significant investment and commitment at all levels, from government agencies and businesses to individual citizens. The benefits of achieving resource independence are significant, including economic stability, energy security, environmental sustainability and resilience, and local control.
CULTIVATE RESILIENT COMMUNITIES
The State of South Dakota is confronted with distinctive environmental and economic challenges. The ascending threats posed by extreme weather events and rising costs emphasize the vulnerability of key infrastructure services. The critical infrastructure in South Dakota includes essential sectors such as health care, education, transportation, energy, telecommunications, public utilities, security, and emergency services, and is increasingly exposed to risks that jeopardize the State's overall quality of life and economic vitality. Infrastructure resiliency planning will help protect South Dakota's communities from systemic challenges, ensuring reliable access to necessary resources during disruptions.
32 | Plan Strategy
South Dakota Governor’s Office of Economic Development
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