Research and development aids USACE in managing existing water resources infrastructure sustainably, in the face of expected climate change, land use change, invasive and nuisance species, demographic shifts, and aging infrastructure, to meet the needs of future generations. Civil Works Value to the Nation highlights initiatives aimed at revolutionizing the construction and maintenance of our nation’s infrastructure, leveraging the power of artificial intelligence and data analytics, promoting environmental sustainability, and more. These R&D projects underscore a strategic investment in innovation by USACE to address our nation's infrastructure and environmental challenges.