Framework · COSI Research Team · 2026

Key Performance Indicators

COSI's KPI framework links threats to measurable, implementable outcomes across five categories.

KPI Framework

COSI’s KPI architecture provides the measurable backbone for all research, policy, and investment recommendations. Each KPI is designed to have a commercial assessment component, enabling real market valuation of sustainable infrastructure benefits.

Environmental Stewardship

4 indicators

  • 01Air Quality
  • 02Water Quality
  • 03Urban Heat Islands
  • 04Biodiversity

Resilience & Climate

5 indicators

  • 01Wildfire
  • 02Seismic
  • 03Flood / Storms
  • 04Sea Level Rise
  • 05Infrastructure Age

Governance

5 indicators

  • 01Agency Silos (by purpose)
  • 02Procurement Streamlining
  • 03Permitting & Environmental Clearance
  • 04Stakeholder Engagement & Oversight
  • 05Policies

Economic

4 indicators

  • 01Power / Grid Stability
  • 02Tax Burden
  • 03Small / Local Business
  • 04Local Workforce

Societal

4 indicators

  • 01Health / Healthcare
  • 02Education
  • 03Public Spaces (Centers, Parks, etc.)
  • 04Disadvantaged / Underrepresented Communities

Commercial Assessment Integration

Each KPI subcategory will include a commercial assessment module that enables municipalities, investors, and project sponsors to quantify the financial value of multi-benefit infrastructure. This bridges the gap between sustainability goals and investment-grade decision-making.