For years, climate risk management inside Indian banks and financial institutions revolved around one thing: disclosure. Institutions built ESG reports, published sustainability statements, and mapped their exposure to climate policies largely to satisfy regulators, investors and rating agencies. That phase Read More …
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Climate Related Financial Risk Implementation: Beyond Disclosure to Stress Testing
BRICS Adopts Joint Statement on Disaster Resilience
BRICS member countries have unanimously adopted a joint statement aimed at strengthening cooperation on disaster risk reduction, climate adaptation and resilient infrastructure. The declaration was adopted at the 3rd BRICS Ministerial Meeting on Disaster Risk Reduction, hosted by India in Read More …
Türkiye and FAO Partner on New Initiative to Strengthen Climate Resilience
Türkiye and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) have launched the Turquoise Nexus Initiative, a collaborative effort aimed at strengthening climate resilience and promoting sustainable management of natural resources. The initiative seeks to address interconnected challenges involving climate change, water Read More …
Centre Approves Over ₹500 Crore for Disaster Risk Reduction Initiatives
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) and the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) have approved an outlay of more than ₹500 crore for disaster risk reduction initiatives across the country. The funding aims to strengthen disaster preparedness, resilience, and risk Read More …
BRICS Members Discuss Resilience and Disaster Preparedness at Puri Meeting
The BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group meeting commenced in Puri, Odisha, bringing together representatives from member nations to enhance cooperation on disaster resilience and risk management. The discussions focused on strengthening disaster preparedness, improving early warning systems, and promoting Read More …
Integrating flood risk management into resilient social infrastructure
Effective flood risk management is crucial for building resilient social infrastructure that can withstand climate‑related shocks and protect vulnerable communities. According to insights from Inter‑American Development Bank, integrating flood risk considerations into planning, investment and policy frameworks helps reduce economic Read More …
Malawi shifts from reactive to proactive climate risk management
Efforts in Malawi are increasingly moving from reactive disaster responses toward proactive climate risk management to strengthen resilience and protect vulnerable communities from climate‑related shocks, according to Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Officials and experts from government, Read More …
India expands climate risk mapping and resilient farming efforts
India is strengthening climate resilience initiatives by mapping climate risks across 651 districts and expanding climate-resilient farming practices nationwide. The initiative reflects growing recognition of the economic, agricultural, and environmental risks associated with climate change and extreme weather events. Industry Read More …
Ghana Advances Risk-Informed Urban Resilience Planning
The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction has highlighted Ghana’s efforts to strengthen urban resilience through risk-informed planning and disaster preparedness strategies. The initiative focuses on improving how cities anticipate, assess and manage risks linked to climate change, rapid Read More …
GenAI chatbot framework proposed to strengthen youth-led disaster risk reduction
A new research-backed framework proposing the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) chatbots is drawing attention to the potential of technology in strengthening youth engagement in disaster risk reduction (DRR). The framework highlights how AI-powered conversational tools can play a Read More …