Infrastructure

Infrastructure refers to the fundamental facilities and systems that serve a country, city, or area, enabling its economy to function. It includes the physical structures, systems, and services necessary for the operation of a society and its economy.

Examples of infrastructure include:

• Transportation: Roads, bridges, railways, airports, and public transit systems.
• Utilities: Water supply, sewage, electricity, and telecommunications.
• Social infrastructure: Schools, hospitals, and recreational facilities.

Cases of infrastructure projects include:

• The construction of the High-Speed Rail Network in Spain, enhancing transportation efficiency.
• The Brooklyn-Queens Expressway in New York, providing critical vehicular access.
• The Smart Grid initiative, modernizing electricity distribution and improving energy efficiency.