Newport Innovation and Resiliency Center of Excellence (Innovation Hub) | Rhode Island, US Newport, Rhode Island, historically has been one of America’s most important coastal hubs. Its location nurtured a local economy centered on sailing and other nautical activities that have made it a prime destination for prestigious sailing events. Newport’s waters also have served national defense interests. Challenge Today, Newport is facing an important turning point to ensure that its future is as rich as its past. Its location on the seaside of Aquidneck Island makes the city vulnerable to violent weather events while its coastline is threatened by rising sea levels. Along with environmental challenges, the city also faces the challenge of revamping its local infrastructure to support markets

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