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How can physical risks, such as extreme weather events, affect transitional risks within economic systems?
How can physical risks, such as extreme weather events, affect transitional risks within economic systems?
- By creating more funding opportunities for adaptation measures, spurring economic growth.
- By ensuring uniform distribution of climate change impacts thus minimizing economic disparities.
- By accelerating the transition to renewable energy, thereby reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
- By disrupting supply chains and hindering economic recovery, which limits adaptation funding. (correct)
Which of the following scenarios demonstrates the interconnectedness of physical and transitional risks?
Which of the following scenarios demonstrates the interconnectedness of physical and transitional risks?
- Government subsidies for electric vehicles reducing the demand for gasoline-powered cars and improving air quality.
- A severe drought impacting agricultural production, causing price increases and subsequently leading to social unrest. (correct)
- A decrease in fossil fuel consumption leading to a reduction in carbon emissions and slower climate changes.
- Technological advances in renewable energy making clean energy sources more affordable and accessible.
Why is understanding the interconnectedness between climate-related risks crucial for effective risk management and policy response?
Why is understanding the interconnectedness between climate-related risks crucial for effective risk management and policy response?
- It allows for the creation of comprehensive and sustainable solutions that address both physical and transitional risks. (correct)
- It simplifies risk management by treating physical and transitional risks as independent issues.
- It enables policymakers to focus exclusively on transitional risks, ensuring a smooth shift to a low-carbon economy.
- It helps in developing policies that address only immediate physical risks while ignoring long-term economic impacts.
How could economic downturns affect the ability of communities to adapt to future physical climate risks?
How could economic downturns affect the ability of communities to adapt to future physical climate risks?
Which approach is most effective for planning and policymaking related to climate change risks?
Which approach is most effective for planning and policymaking related to climate change risks?
Which scenario best exemplifies a climate-related physical risk?
Which scenario best exemplifies a climate-related physical risk?
A prolonged drought in a major agricultural region, leading to widespread crop failure and increased food prices, is an example of which type of climate-related risk?
A prolonged drought in a major agricultural region, leading to widespread crop failure and increased food prices, is an example of which type of climate-related risk?
What is the most likely outcome of unchecked climate-related physical risks on infrastructure?
What is the most likely outcome of unchecked climate-related physical risks on infrastructure?
Which of the following best illustrates a transitional risk associated with climate change?
Which of the following best illustrates a transitional risk associated with climate change?
How might the transition to a low-carbon economy MOST directly impact industries reliant on fossil fuels?
How might the transition to a low-carbon economy MOST directly impact industries reliant on fossil fuels?
What potential geopolitical issue could arise from climate-related transitional risks?
What potential geopolitical issue could arise from climate-related transitional risks?
What role does social adaptation play in the context of climate-related transitional risks?
What role does social adaptation play in the context of climate-related transitional risks?
Which action would NOT be effective in mitigating transitional risks?
Which action would NOT be effective in mitigating transitional risks?
Which strategy would be LEAST effective for a manufacturing company aiming to mitigate transitional risks?
Which strategy would be LEAST effective for a manufacturing company aiming to mitigate transitional risks?
How might increased investor focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors impact companies with high transitional climate risk exposure?
How might increased investor focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors impact companies with high transitional climate risk exposure?
A business identifies multiple potential transitional risks. Which approach would be MOST beneficial in prioritizing risk management efforts?
A business identifies multiple potential transitional risks. Which approach would be MOST beneficial in prioritizing risk management efforts?
In what way does early adaptation and innovation contribute to a company's resilience in the face of transitional risks?
In what way does early adaptation and innovation contribute to a company's resilience in the face of transitional risks?
Which action would LEAST effectively foster collaboration and partnerships to address transitional risks?
Which action would LEAST effectively foster collaboration and partnerships to address transitional risks?
Which scenario exemplifies a company effectively mitigating technological transitional risks?
Which scenario exemplifies a company effectively mitigating technological transitional risks?
How might inconsistent or unclear government policies regarding carbon emissions MOST affect businesses?
How might inconsistent or unclear government policies regarding carbon emissions MOST affect businesses?
A company that heavily relies on fossil fuels but takes steps to diversify its energy sources demonstrates which strategy?
A company that heavily relies on fossil fuels but takes steps to diversify its energy sources demonstrates which strategy?
Which of the following sectors would likely face the GREATEST market risk during the transition to a low-carbon economy?
Which of the following sectors would likely face the GREATEST market risk during the transition to a low-carbon economy?
What is a likely outcome if a business fails to adapt to technological advancements required by a low-carbon transition?
What is a likely outcome if a business fails to adapt to technological advancements required by a low-carbon transition?
How can businesses MOST effectively address the uncertainty associated with transitional risks?
How can businesses MOST effectively address the uncertainty associated with transitional risks?
Which of the following actions by a government would MOST directly create policy and regulatory risks for businesses?
Which of the following actions by a government would MOST directly create policy and regulatory risks for businesses?
What potential 'cascading effect' might arise from the transition to electric vehicles?
What potential 'cascading effect' might arise from the transition to electric vehicles?
Flashcards
Physical Risks
Physical Risks
Risks resulting from extreme weather events like floods and droughts.
Transitional Risks
Transitional Risks
Economic and social risks arising from the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Interconnectedness of Risks
Interconnectedness of Risks
The way physical and transitional risks affect and exacerbate each other.
Impact of Drought
Impact of Drought
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Inequality from Climate Change
Inequality from Climate Change
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Climate-Related Physical Risks
Climate-Related Physical Risks
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Extreme Weather Events
Extreme Weather Events
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Rising Sea Levels
Rising Sea Levels
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Health Impacts of Climate Change
Health Impacts of Climate Change
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Supply Chain Disruption
Supply Chain Disruption
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Resource Availability Changes
Resource Availability Changes
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Social Adaptation
Social Adaptation
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Study Notes
Climate-Related Physical Risks
- Physical risks are direct consequences of climate change, manifesting as extreme weather events, rising sea levels, or changes in temperature.
- These risks affect infrastructure, agriculture, human health, and ecosystems, leading to significant economic and social consequences.
- Extreme weather events, including floods, droughts, heatwaves, storms, and wildfires, cause widespread damage and disruption.
- Rising sea levels pose a threat to coastal communities and infrastructure through inundation and erosion.
- Changes in temperature and precipitation patterns can impact agricultural production, leading to food insecurity and economic losses.
- Damage to infrastructure (roads, bridges, buildings) can disrupt transportation, communication, and essential services.
- Health impacts include increased heat-related illness and mortality, spread of vector-borne diseases, and malnutrition.
- Ecosystems are affected by changes in temperature, precipitation, and sea level, leading to biodiversity loss and disruption of ecological balance.
Climate-Related Transitional Risks
- Transitional risks arise from the societal and economic changes required to adapt to and mitigate climate change.
- These risks include the disruption of industries and supply chains, changes in resource availability, and shifts in economic activity.
- Transition to low-carbon economies requires significant investments and changes in production processes.
- Fossil fuel industries face disruption from the shift towards renewable energy sources.
- Supply chains are affected by price volatility, shortages of raw materials, or disruptions in transportation networks.
- Resource availability can be altered due to changing environmental conditions, disrupting access to water, minerals, or agricultural products.
- New economic activities may emerge to serve a low-carbon market, potentially leading to job displacement or creation.
- Government policies enacted to reduce emissions can lead to economic instability if not implemented carefully.
- Social unrest may occur due to economic disparities or difficulties associated with the transition.
- Increased competition for scarce resources can contribute to geopolitical tensions.
- Social adaptation plays a crucial role in managing transitional risks, requiring changes in social structures, norms, and consumer behaviors.
- Political and social instability can occur due to the economic and social transformations driven by climate action.
Interconnectedness of Physical and Transitional Risks
- Physical and transitional risks are interconnected and exacerbate each other.
- Damage from extreme weather events can disrupt supply chains and hinder economic recovery, while economic downturns can limit funding for adaptation measures.
- For example, a drought (physical risk) can impact agricultural production, causing price increases (transitional risk), and potentially leading to social unrest.
- Climate change impacts are not uniform, creating inequality and further exacerbating existing social and economic disparities.
- Understanding the links between climate-related risks is crucial for effective risk management and policy response.
- Planning and policymaking should consider both physical and transitional risks, as well as their interconnectedness, to develop comprehensive and sustainable solutions.
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Explore the direct consequences of climate change, including extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and temperature changes. Understand the effects on infrastructure, agriculture, and human health. Learn about the far-reaching economic and social impacts of climate-related physical risks.
