Energy powers communication, health, water, and safety. When systems falter — through fires, floods, storms, heatwaves, or supply shortages — communities feel the impact everywhere at once. Resilience grows when energy is reliable, diverse, and renewable. Micro-grids, batteries and backup supplies, and local generation add security and reduce dependence on fragile networks. Energy is more than a utility; it is a lifeblood of community capacity. Resilience grows when reliable, resilient energy systems are seen as central to wellbeing and adaptation.