# Global Preparedness for Grid Failure and Infrastructure Resilience Governments and the ultrawealthy are independently preparing for long-term critical infrastructure outages. - **Source:** [Fortune](https://fortune.com) - **Published:** 2026-10-30 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/4cca70f8-eeeb-4318-9032-1a65fcb3bdf6 ## Pentagon's FORTRESS Initiative The Pentagon is developing the FORTRESS program to ensure major military bases in the 48 contiguous states remain operational for 90 days during grid failures. This initiative covers essential resources including water, fuel, communications, and power. The move follows warnings regarding state-backed hackers targeting critical American energy and communication networks. ## UK Public Preparedness Campaign The British government launched the Be Ready campaign on October 22, advising households to prepare for three days of service disruptions. Families are encouraged to maintain stockpiles of water, shelf-stable food, and cash. This public guidance mirrors broader concerns about the fragility of essential services during potential future conflicts or crises. ## Ultrawealthy Apocalypse Insurance Many ultrawealthy individuals have invested in disaster preparedness for years, utilizing backup generators, escape homes, and extensive supply stockpiles. LinkedIn cofounder Reid Hoffman noted that over half of Silicon Valley billionaires have invested in such measures. These preparations are often described as a safety blanket against various global existential fears. ## High-End Bunker Infrastructure Luxury real estate now frequently includes underground shelters and self-sufficient energy systems. For instance, Mark Zuckerberg is developing a 1,400-acre compound in Hawaii featuring a 5,000-square-foot shelter. While some dispute the doomsday label, the trend toward purchasing multi-million dollar bunkers and remote properties remains a significant market for the ultrawealthy. ## Professionalized Household Security Brian Daniel, founder of the Celebrity Personal Assistant Network, reports that wealthy clients are increasingly prioritizing safety. Over the past five years, demand for full-time security staff and long-term supply storage has surged. Clients worth over $100 million are actively seeking peace of mind through comprehensive, professionalized disaster management and protection. ## Market Dynamics in Palm Beach Security concerns in Palm Beach have transformed local real estate dynamics. Following the closure of South Ocean Boulevard due to regional conflict risks, luxury buyers began viewing such security measures as selling points rather than inconveniences. This shift indicates that high-net-worth individuals now integrate infrastructure protection directly into their property investment strategies. ## Consulting for Disaster Readiness Advisory firms like Risky Business are seeing increased inquiries from families seeking complete disaster packages. Clients request real estate coupled with weapons training, communication plans, and self-sufficient equipment. This demand grew significantly during the pandemic, as individuals sought remote escape homes to mitigate risks associated with tighter urban regulations and emergencies. ## Grid Resilience as Priority In regions like Miami, sophisticated buyers prioritize infrastructure resilience, specifically regarding power grid stability. Features such as impact glass, windproof construction, and generator capacity are now standard expectations rather than optional add-ons. Serious investors demand these fallback plans from day one, reflecting a broader societal shift toward individual infrastructure autonomy. ## Sources covering this story - https://fortune.com/2026/10/30/pentagon-britain-power-outage-ultrawealthy-backup-generators-escape-homes-stockpiles-mark-zuckerberg-sam-altman-reid-hoffman/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._