Modelling the Unprecedented: Insurance Resilience in an Era of Extreme Clim

Wed Mar 04 2026 at 01:00 pm to 05:00 pm UTC+00:00

Room 2.55, Edinburgh Futures Institute, The University of Edinburgh | Edinburgh

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Modelling the Unprecedented: Insurance Resilience in an Era of Extreme Clim
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Dive into how insurers can tackle wild climate swings and build resilience in this face-to-face event!
About this Event

🌍 Facing the Future:
Dive into the challenges posed by extreme weather events and explore innovative risk modeling solutions.

🔍 Explore Key Areas:

  • Bridging the Model Gap: Uncover advancements in climate science, AI, and data analytics to refine models.
  • The Challenge of Insurability: Engage in lively discussions on current model limitations.

🔑 Key Questions for Discussion:

  1. Preparing for the Future: Are we ready for plausible worst-case scenarios, beyond historical data?
  2. Modeling Extreme Correlations: What are the barriers to adopting multi-hazard simulations?
  3. Urban Climate Modeling: How can we improve accuracy when modeling urban infrastructure impacts?
  4. Downscaled Models and Precision: Do downscaled models withstand scrutiny, and how do we manage uncertainty in scaling?
  5. Balancing Short and Long-term Cycles: How can insurers reconcile short pricing cycles with long-term climate projections?
  6. Valuing Nature-based Solutions: Can we quantify the financial benefits of nature-based solutions for pricing adjustments?
  7. Public-Private Risk Solutions: At what point does risk-based pricing lead to market failure, and what alternatives exist?

🎙 Dynamic Format:
Engage with high-impact talks and interactive panel discussions designed to inspire and inform.

Who Should Attend?

đź‘” Industry Professionals: (Re)insurers, Catastrophe Modelers, Chief Risk Officers, Underwriters, Actuaries
🔬 Academic Experts: Climate Scientists, Statisticians, Data Scientists, Economists
đź’ˇ Innovators: Start-up founders, Technology developers

Why Attend?
Network with top experts and contribute to building a resilient, insurable future.

We look forward to welcoming you to this insightful gathering!

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Room 2.55, Edinburgh Futures Institute, The University of Edinburgh, 1 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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