The coronavirus pandemic has upended almost every facet of the modern world, from the economy and commerce to manufacturing, supply chains, and global trade.

We have become acutely aware of the vital role that critical infrastructure plays in sustaining daily life during this “new normal.” The value of power, cable and telecommunications, water, and natural gas transport and delivery systems; their maintenance; and ability to keep the world up and running while many parts of the economy are on hold has greatly increased.