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Infrastructure plays an important role in the capacity of the Appalachian economy to expand and respond to new opportunities. In many communities throughout the region, substantial upgrades to roads, water, and waste systems are required to meet modern standards. This section highlights a few explorations into the needs of the region in this area.

Websites and Organizations

• ARC Transportation Resources
• ARC Community Infrastructure Resources
• Rahall Appalachian Transportation Institute

Reports and Resources

• The Brandow Company and Economic Development Research Group, “Evaluation of the Appalachian Regional Commission's Infrastructure and Public Works Program Projects” (June 2000): http://edrg.info/library/economic-development/evaluation-of-the-appalachian.html
• University of North Carolina Environmental Financing Center, “Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure: An Analysis of Capital Funding and Funding Gaps” (August 2005): http://www.arc.gov/assets/research_reports/DrinkingWaterandWastewaterInfrastructure.pdf

To suggest a resource or link: info@appalachiantransition.net