AEC firms are facing the 2026 hurricane season with less federal support for disaster preparedness and response than they’ve ever had.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have seen sweeping cuts to climate forecasting, hazard mitigation grants and flood-risk standards since January 2025.
These disruptions are complicating project delivery and operational planning for many firms, requiring them to navigate gaps in climate risk assessment, funding and code guidance that the federal government has long provided.