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Underwriting Flood is tough… learn how to get better with this Swiss Re Reinsurance Solutions webinar. 

Construction, Occupancy, Protection and Exposure to natural perils are always key to risk assessment and underwriting. Join our webinar to learn how our flood hazard map could help you on it. 

As climate volatility turns 🌊 floods into a primary peril, insurers need better tools to manage these intensifying events. Join our webinar with Anil Vasagiri, Andrew Smith, Brian Sims and David Evans on May 21 and: 💡 See how hazard maps can help identify areas of high risk that coincide with regions of high exposure. 💡 Learn how enhanced modeling approaches are scientifically validated and applied to solve industry challenges. 💡 Rethink your approach to flooding! ➡️Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/dyGgrS2C

💡 Current planning policy mandates the inclusion of SuDS in all new major developments with 10 or more homes, helping to manage impacts of climate change, urbanisations and increasing population while achieving multiple benefits, such as reducing surface water flood risk, improving water quality, and harvesting rainwater! 🔗 Learn more about what suDs are and their benefits here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/et5H6yuV #suds #sustainabledrainage #urbandevelopment #housingdevelopment #watermanagement

Flooding seems to happen everywhere these days and it often causes damage and downtime. Attend this webinar and learn how better financial protection is coming, thanks to data and computing power.

Highly relevant looking at some of the extreme weather impacts happening across the world this past few weeks ... from extreme flooding in coastal areas to wind-driven wildfires and soil-parching #Droughts, evidence of destructive #ClimateChange abounds. And the #WaterIndustry appears to understand it. 💧 Learn more with @Black & Veatch's 2023 Water Report: http://ms.spr.ly/6040imAu6

Do you wish there was something you could do about the impact of climate change on your clients’ businesses? There is. For example, understanding the potential impact of flooding will help them to take steps toward becoming more resilient. Our proprietary flood maps are a great place to start. Use this cutting-edge tool to help educate clients or start conversations about building future-ready operations. It’s part of our wider effort to help clients mitigate potential risks. Have you ever wondered how ‘at-risk’ your clients’ locations are or what risks they’re facing? Find out with our Natural Hazard Toolkit, which includes our Flood Map. http://ms.spr.ly/6046lD8Xr #CommercialPropertyInsurance #ClimateRisk

It's not just small Pacific islands at risk of climate-related flooding, forest fires or sea-level rise. Large parts of the rest of the world are also at significant risk. According to this report, Asian regions account for over half of the top 200. https://lnkd.in/gKvEf6H7 #climatechange

🌿🌊 Nature-Based Solutions for Flood Management 🌊🌿 Flooding is a growing challenge in today's climate, but innovative nature-based solutions offer a sustainable path forward. 🌍 Check out this insightful video on how integrating natural processes can enhance flood resilience, protect communities, and adapt to tomorrow's environment. From restored wetlands to urban green spaces, discover how we can harness nature's power to create a safer, more resilient future. Follow our page for more interesting videos. Video credit: CIWEM (Youtube) #FloodManagement #NatureBasedSolutions #Sustainability #ClimateAdaptation #EnvironmentalEngineering #ResilientCities #WanUp

Did you know? Early warning systems for water hazards can offer tenfold returns on investment and reduce storm damage by 30%! These systems play a vital role in disaster preparedness, giving communitiesthe advance notice needed to evacuate, secure property, and mitigate the impact of storms. By investing in these technologies, we're not just saving money—we're saving lives and building resilience against climate change. #ClimateAction #WaterSafety #disasterpreparedness