Building the Investment Case for Nature-Based Infrastructure – The Role of Insurance Solutions

Building the Investment Case for Nature-Based Infrastructure – The Role of Insurance Solutions

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Climate change is increasing the intensity and frequency of both extreme weather conditions and natural disasters around the world. Nature-based infrastructure can help protect communities from hazards such as floods and storms while also providing other valuable ecosystem services. Research shows that the implementation and maintenance of nature-based infrastructure are often more cost efficient than alternative grey (i.e., engineered) infrastructure solutions. Innovative insurance solutions can help create or strengthen the investment case for the development and restoration of nature-based infrastructure.

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