Building Climate Resilience: A Bottom-Up Approach to Physical Risk Assessment at the Asset Level

The financial impact of companies’ exposure to extreme weather events and chronic climate hazards—such as extreme heat, water scarcity, and drought—is substantial across all sectors. Our latest research indicates that climate-related physical risks could cost the world’s largest companies approximately $1.2 trillion annually by the 2050s under the SSP2-4.5 scenario. 

As climate-related threats become more pronounced, financial institutions are seeking robust approaches to build resilience and protect their investments. 

Join us for our upcoming breakfast briefing event, which will feature a panel of leading specialists who will explore the various aspects of physical climate risk and its implications for the financial sector through insightful case studies. You will gain valuable knowledge on effectively identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks associated with physical assets in the context of climate change, utilizing a robust bottom-up, asset-level approach. 

Key topics that we’ll cover include: 

• Comprehensive frameworks for assessing physical risks at the asset level 
• Real-world case studies of financial institutions addressing physical risk challenges and integrating these considerations into financial decision-making 
• Adaptation strategies to reduce future physical risks 

Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of physical risk and connect with industry peers dedicated to building climate resilience in the financial landscape.