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Beyond Individual Risk: Why Extreme Heat Demands a Systems Response
At a Glance Extreme heat becomes a disaster when it overwhelms the systems people rely on – housing, health, infrastructure, ecosystems, and social services. Heat impacts do not occur in isolation but often cascade across sectors. Disruptions in one system (especially energy and critical infrastructure) can quickly trigger failures in others, amplifying harm and disruption. Reducing heat risk requires systems-wide resilience, including inclusive planning that addresses inequality, exposure, and access to services – not just individual behaviour change. Extreme heat […]
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Strengthening Community Resilience through Small Business Preparedness
10 Feb 2026
When disaster strikes-such as a flood, earthquake, hurricane, or a business-halting heat wave-it doesn’t just disrupt homes and lives; it also g...
Strengthening Early Warning Systems for All: Evidence and Lessons from Last-Mile Communities
06 Jan 2026
This report synthesizes findings from 15 GDPC-supported studies across 14 countries to examine why early warnings often fail to translate into timely,...
Ready Before It Hits – How The American Red Cross Uses Anticipatory Action To Stay Ahead of Disasters
08 Oct 2025
When most people think of “disaster relief,” they picture what happens after a hurricane or wildfire-volunteers distributing blankets, set...
Unpacking the Summer: Learning About Heat in Adelaide
21 Jul 2025
Listening Over Coffee: Stories Behind the Data The Post-Event Review Capability (PERC), developed by the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance, offers ...
From Assessment to Action: A New Tool to Support Urban Resilience
15 Jul 2025
Cities around the world are stepping up efforts to reduce disaster risk and build resilience. While many tools help identify vulnerabilities, the chal...
Community-First Approach: How the American Red Cross Helps Build Disaster Resilience Where It’s Needed Most
14 Jul 2025
Across the United States, the American Red Cross is working to reduce disaster risks and strengthen the long-term resilience of the most vulnerable co...
Scorched Future: The Rising Toll of Extreme Heat in the Philippines
03 Jul 2025
Authors: Mia Grace Ligutan, Seth Sarmiento, Steven Villena, Cale Johnstone Rising temperatures in the Philippines, particularly in urban areas ...
Heat Action Day 2025 – Activities to #BeatTheHeat all around the World
01 Jul 2025
On Monday, June 2, 2025, we celebrated the 4th edition of Heat Action Day (HAD). As the impact of Heat Action Day spreads, our influence is a joy to q...
Strengthening Risk Governance from the Ground Up: Nepal’s MDRGA Tool in Action
30 Apr 2025
Authors: Bhesh Parajuli | Cale Johnstone | Anil Rai Local Solutions for Local Risks Disaster risk is most acutely felt—and most effectively managedâ...
Telecross Redi: Heatwave Service
17 Apr 2025
Extreme weather events pose significant risks to vulnerable populations, especially those who are isolated or have underlying health conditions. In re...
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Evaluating the Impact of Social Protection Policies on Urban Climate Resilience in Ghana: A Comparative Analysis of Formal and Informal Settlements
Authors and Collaborators: Michael Kpessa-Whyte, University of Ghana Michael Gameli Dziwornu, Institute for Scientific and Technological Information Fred Fosu Agyarko, Institute for Scientific and Technological Information Summary: This study examines the impact of Ghana’s Livelihood Empowerme... Read More
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Exploring Climate Resilience in a Low-Middle Income Country: The Impact of Socio-Economic Incentives on Informal Workers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Authors and Collaborators: Maria Ishaq Khattak, Khyber Medical University Saad Ishaq Khattak, University of Liverpool Zia ul Haq, Khyber Medical University Summary: Climate change disproportionately impacts informal sector workers, who face precarious incomes, limited assets, and exclusion from form... Read More
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Strengthening Urban Climate Resilience: Socio-Economic and Institutional Drivers among Refugee Populations in Lilongwe, Malawi
Authors and Collaborators: Milemo Lusambya, Let’s Be Transformed University Alphonsine Chalungu, Let’s Be Transformed University Steven Mbale, Let’s Be Transformed University Summary: Urban refugees face compounded climate vulnerabilities that remain poorly understood. While 71% o... Read More
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Assessing Village and Savings Associations (VSLA’s) Contribution to Urban Resilience: Evidence from Northern Ghana
Authors and Collaborators: Zachary Pealore Richard Adusei Zuweira Yakubu Adonija Basig Loriba Summary: This study explores the role of Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) in enhancing urban resilience to climate change in Northern Ghana, focusing on the cities of Tamale and Bolgatanga. D... Read More
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Evaluating the Multiplier Effect of Micro-Insurance on Climate Resilience among Motorcycle Taxi Drivers in Dar es Salaam
Authors and Collaborators: Enock Mwakalila, Mzumbe University Theobald Frank Theodory, Mzumbe University Selela Mwakalila, University of Dar es Salaam-Business School Summary: This study investigates the multiplier effect of micro-insurance on climate resilience and socio-economic stability amon... Read More
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Unlocking Climate Resilience: Assessing the Socio-Economic Benefits of Resilience Incentives for Informal Sector Households in Disaster-Prone Indian Cities
Authors and Collaborators: Anees Rehman A, Christ College, India Summary: Nowadays, natural hazards like floods, disasters, and earthquakes severely affect the inhabitants residing in urban disaster-prone areas. If we are investigating a special target group that is considered an essential contrib... Read More
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Socio-Economic Pathways to Urban Climate Resilience: Exploring Governance and Incentives for Equitable Climate Action in Global South Cities
Authors and Collaborators: Sipho Felix Mamba, UNESWA Nosizo Mthupha, Deputy Prime Minister’s Office, Mbabane, Eswatini Summary: This study investigates the socio-economic pathways to urban climate resilience in the cities of Mbabane and Manzini, Eswatini, focusing on the role of governance and soc... Read More
Collaborative community-based early warning systems – Solutions Brief
This solution brief forms part of the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance’s solutions series. The solution series aims to improve outreach and impact of such resilient practices at a global level. This brief highlights how the Philippine Red Cross has partnered with communities, local leaders, memb... Read More
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