Project name:Physical Climate Risk Assessment for the Financial Sector in LMICs: A Playbook
The Playbook aims to raise awareness of physical climate risks among financial institutions, investors, and infrastructure asset owners in LMICs. It provides a structured, step-by-step guide to help financial institutions and other stakeholders align their investment decisions with climate risk disclosure frameworks.
It advocates for identifying and measuring climate risks, equipping infrastructure stakeholders with the necessary foundation for risk reduction and adaptation. It also outlines governance reforms and strategic actions essential for integrating physical climate risk considerations into financial institutions’ decision-making processes.
Supported by: The Rockefeller Foundation
physical climate risks
increased financial risk
awareness
Impact
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Provides a clear roadmap for conducting comprehensive physical climate risk assessments, equipping stakeholders with the necessary insights to evaluate vulnerabilities and implement effective risk mitigation strategies, fostering resilience in financial decision-making.
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Compiles insights from over 10 case studies within the domain, showcasing valuable lessons learned from various institutions. This collection provides practical examples, highlighting effective strategies, challenges faced, and key takeaways that support informed decision-making and best practices.
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A scalable, publicly accessible resource designed for financial institutions to develop tailored and context-specific physical climate risk assessment tools. It supports capacity-building efforts by offering adaptable training modules for officers at various levels.
