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🌍 The global insurance sector stands at the forefront of addressing the escalating physical risks associated with climate extremes -- a task which is becoming more difficult as these risks rise worldwide. But insurance is not just a risk management tool; it's a vital enabler of economic activity and a potential catalyst for accelerating the energy transition. In their insightful new paper Leveraging insurance for decarbonization, published in The Journal of Catastrophe Risk & Resilience, Carolyn Kousky and Joseph Lockwood unveil 5 strategic levers the insurance sector can employ to propel decarbonization efforts forward: 1. Improving the environmental practices of their own operations.  2. Applying a climate lens to their investments.  3. Integrating climate considerations into underwriting and client engagement practices.  4. Adopting claims processes that support the energy transition.  5. Using their political voice to support climate policy. 🔗 Dive deeper into their analysis and explore how the insurance industry can lead by example in the fight against climate change. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eiVRQ_Z2 #ClimateChange #DisasterInsurance #Decarbonization #SustainableFuture 

👇🏽👇🏽A simple and powerful roadmap that is already transforming the insurance industry from Carolyn Kousky and Environmental Defense Fund. Insurance disruption from climate change is the central challenge for industry leaders. Insurance providers that delay engaging head-on are at risk of becoming irrelevant. Taking action will require higher levels of R&D investment than the industry has been accustomed to but the companies that step up will capture new and profitable markets. It’s time to lead. Persueing a “fast follower” strategy will be increasing difficult in a market where innovation cycles are accelerating and risk profiles of whole market sub-segments are shifting rapidly. #timetolead

How can the claims sector contribute to a more sustainable insurance market? According to the EU Climate Resilience Dialogue report, insurance plays a critical role in addressing climate risks and bridging the protection gap. Julian Strutt from Charles Taylor and Peter Farrelly from Sedgwick UK discuss the growing need for sustainable practices within claims processes. https://hubs.la/Q02PsXxK0

Have been looking to insurance as a lever for resilience action and have watched the industry move in that direction, but oh so slowly. Now comes a chance to sharpen pencils and put the latest smart thinking down in pixels. There's some mitigation in here, but it clearly calls for resilience and adaptation solution topics as well, such as: -- How the insurance sector can incentivize climate risk reduction, risk prevention and adaptation strategies among various stakeholders -- Innovative insurance solutions for building climate resilience through cross-sectoral partnerships (e.g. between governments, the insurance industry, civil society and the private sector) Papers are due in October, so you can't say you didn't have enough notice ;) Lou Gritzo Amy Brown, ARe Andreas Muehlbauer, PhD Kelly Malynn Monica Tigleanu, CISSP Jim Hempstead Paul Chinowsky Doug Parsons Alice Hill Lisa Avedon Justin Sanchez Megan Levy Jessica Mederson Ryan Donaghy, Ph.D. Mike Farrell H/T: Herman Gyr, Ph.D. https://lnkd.in/gcZHww7p

In a recent Insurance Thought Leadership article, Arbol’s CEO and founder Siddhartha Jha explains the important role of parametric insurance in mitigating climate risks. What does parametric insurance offer? - Rapid, transparent payouts - Expanded access for communities that have traditionally been uninsured - Supply chain stability Sid’s article points to recent climate catastrophes – like the droughts in China and Taiwan – that highlight the domino effect that such incidents have on the global economy. Read the article to discover how risk management can help a world marked by interconnected climate risks: https://lnkd.in/eZX2vPA6 #climaterisk #parametricinsurance

🏠📈 **Trending in Property Insurance: Climate Change and Risk Assessment** In the face of escalating climate-related risks, The Buckner Company stands at the forefront of the property insurance industry's transformation. As extreme weather events become more frequent, the need for advanced risk assessment models has never been more critical. The Buckner Company is responding to these challenges by harnessing state-of-the-art technology to enhance predictive capabilities and accurately price the risks of climate change. By integrating real-time data, sophisticated mapping, and predictive analytics, we're crafting dynamic insurance products that are as resilient as our clients. The implications are significant: property owners benefit from policies tailored to their unique needs, potentially reducing costs, while insurers like The Buckner Company maintain robustness against natural disasters. This is more than a trend; it's a commitment to innovation and sustainability. The Buckner Company is dedicated to investing in these technologies, ensuring that we not only adapt to the changing climate but also lead the charge in protecting our clients' futures. #PropertyInsurance #ClimateChange #RiskAssessment #Innovation #InsuranceTech #TheBucknerCompany

Q: How many specialist carbon insurance companies does it take to provide risk management for a market with the potential to grow to $10-$30bn by 2050? A: At least three! The Carbon Markets are forecast to grow exponentially over the coming years and carbon insurance offers a mechanism to bring transparency, security and confidence to the sector. This will require many different players creating many different products to suit the nuanced and ever-evolving needs of buyers, sellers and intermediaries. There is room for all of us: as the saying goes "A rising tide lifts all boats" (though perhaps a rising tide analogy is less than ideal for those of us working in the climate space 😉 ). Kita's Natalia Dorfman caught up with Chris Slater of Oka, The Carbon Insurance Company™ and Coenraad Vrolijk of CarbonPool during this week's meeting of The Geneva Association and this great pic shows three CEOs of three pioneering companies who all have the same ultimate goal. We've got to focus on collaboration before competition if we are going to effect the kind of change we need in the carbon solution space. #carboninsurance #collaboration #carboncredits (and if you want to learn more about the growth potential of the carbon insurance sector, take a look at our recent report on the topic: https://lnkd.in/e7PH2j6T)

Climate change will interfere with insurers’ #risk predictions and pricing policies. They may need to work with clients on new types of coverage, apply novel #technology and collaborate with governments and other entities. Robert Chaplin  Meher Pahuja  Feargal Ryan #climatechange #environmental #insurance

Curious about the role of parametric insurance in managing climate risks more effectively? In this Insurance Thought Leadership byline, Arbol CEO Siddhartha Jha highlights how parametric products ensure prompt, data-driven payouts, which are crucial for addressing the challenges of climate change. Quick Takeaways: - Wider Coverage: Extends protection beyond traditional asset owners, potentially supporting urban populations dependent on specific agricultural outputs. - Rapid Response: Allows property owners to recover swiftly from climate-related damages through payouts triggered by specific climate events like wind speeds or rainfall. - Strengthening Supply Chains: This approach safeguards businesses with complex supply chains against the financial impacts of unpredictable climatic events, ensuring stability when key regions face natural disasters. Explore Sid’s perspective on using parametric insurance for proactive and effective climate risk management. #ClimateRisk #ParametricInsurance https://lnkd.in/eZX2vPA6

Natural hazards caused $380 billion in economic losses last year and less than a third of those losses were covered by insurance. As climate-related shocks increase, solutions that help those affected by natural hazards recover and rebuild more quickly are crucial. One option? Parametric insurance. Parametric insurance pays policyholders a predetermined amount based on the occurrence of a specific “trigger" event, like flooding or extreme heat. Because the payouts are based on predetermined parameters—such as rainfall levels or heat indexes—rather than actual damages, the claims process moves faster and is less costly to manage. Through the USAID Climate Finance for Development Accelerator (USAID CFDA), USAID recently awarded four grants to companies working across the parametric insurance space. https://lnkd.in/eR4BXnZ7