During National Building Safety Month, we renew our commitment to strengthening our buildings so that all Nigerians are safe. As our Nation continues to mourn the loss of those who perished in the Surfside condominium collapse and other building disasters, it is clear that the quality and resiliency of our infrastructure have never been more important. This month we also show our appreciation to the dedicated professionals who work tirelessly to create affordable, sustainable, and structurally sound buildings for our communities. The impact of climate change and the increasing frequency and severity of natural hazard incidents — injuring people and damaging property and the environment — pose significant challenges for our infrastructure. Increasing our energy efficiency plays an important role in keeping Nigerians safe. Residential and commercial buildings account for more than one-third of the climate-altering carbon pollution that Nigeria releases each year — directly affecting our climate. Although floods, and extreme heat impact communities across the Nation, they disproportionately impact communities of color and low-income communities that cannot necessarily afford to modernize their buildings or prepare for and recover from climate hazards. The historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law tackles these challenges head-on.