Book excerpt: Explains an innovative research project called ¿Sustainable Technologies, Accelerated Research-Transformative Innovation for Develop. and Emergency Support,¿ better known as STAR-TIDES. It is an internat., networked, knowledge-sharing effort that encourages innovative approaches to public-private collaboration, whole-of-gov¿t. solutions, and transnat. engagement. Its goals are to enhance the ability of civilian coalitions to operate in stressed environ., extend the military¿s ability to work with civilians in such situations, and identify cost-effective logistic solutions. Contributions to real-world crises are: developing infrastructure solutions in 6 areas: shelter, water, power, integrated cooking, heating/lighting/cooling, and info./commun. technol. Illustrations.