The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued a proposed heat safety rule that aims to protect workers from extreme heat as persistent heat waves bring record-breaking temperatures across the U.S. The rule, if finalized, would establish the first-ever national heat safety standard. Here’s what you need to know about the proposed regulation and steps you can take now
In a significant step towards fostering innovation and diversity in entrepreneurship, Google has awarded $150,000 to Puerto Rican startup Raincoat. This funding is part of the Google for Startups Founders Funds program, which aims to support Black and Latino entrepreneurs. Raincoat, renowned for its AI-driven climate insurance solutions, will use this substantial financial backing to scale its groundbreaking technology and
As heatwaves become increasingly frequent and intense, the debate around regulating maximum workplace temperatures in the UK has reached an urgent tipping point. With forecasts predicting temperatures to soar close to 30°C, the call for legislative reform to protect workers from the dangers of extreme heat is more pressing than ever. Advocacy groups and unions are spearheading campaigns to set
IBISA, a leader in the Climate InsurTech sector, has successfully raised $3 million in funding to expand its innovative parametric insurance solutions. This recent funding round will enable IBISA to enhance climate resilience in regions highly susceptible to weather-related risks, focusing primarily on Asia and Africa. The new injection of capital will help smallholder farmers, financial institutions, and other stakeholders
In recent years, climate change has been an escalating concern globally, with regions in Asia and Africa experiencing severe weather-related disruptions. Traditional insurance methods frequently fail to provide timely relief and the financial stability required for such vulnerable populations. This is where parametric insurance steps in with potential solutions designed to scale climate resilience, offering rapid payouts based on predefined
The specter of climate change looms large, particularly for nations in the Global South, which often bear the brunt of environmental disasters. In a move that signals a seismic shift in disaster risk management, the Insurance Development Forum (IDF), helmed by Zurich Insurance Chair Michel Liès, has forged a powerful alliance with the French Development Agency Group (AFD Group). The
Amidst a political climate besieged by debates on inequality and the climate crisis, the Green Party of England and Wales offers a compelling narrative. Their innovative manifesto champions sweeping reforms, all while underpinning their steadfast commitment to social justice and environmental responsibility. In an age where the public yearns for sincerity and actionable change, Co-leaders Sian Berry and Jonathan Bartley
In an ambitious fusion of technology and sustainable development, the Reef Group has set its sights on East London for a groundbreaking project. Plans for a sprawling 600MW data center campus on a 175-acre site in the Green Belt area mark a significant leap forward in data center infrastructure. The £5.3 billion investment promises to be a boon for the
Oracle has stepped into the fight against climate change with its innovative new cloud service targeted at financial institutions. The Oracle Climate Risk Analytics Cloud Service is designed to aid banks in managing and deciphering climate risks tied to their investment portfolios. This proactive move comes amid mounting regulatory pressures on financial entities to comprehend and diminish the environmental repercussions
As 2024 approaches, the excitement for 5G technology grows, poised to forge significant transformations in numerous sectors. Despite gradual deployment, enthusiasm for its capabilities hasn’t waned. With 5G, our world anticipates unprecedented levels of connectivity, with enhancements in speed, latency, and reliability that are not merely incremental but revolutionary. This advanced network is set to usher in a new standard
Pula, an innovative Kenyan InsurTech company, recently secured a major Series B funding round, raising an impressive $20 million. The investment, led by BlueOrchard through its InsuResilience fund, propels Pula’s mission to bolster climate resilience for farmers in vulnerable regions worldwide. With this influx of capital, Pula aims to enhance its insurance products, focusing on critical livestock coverage. The firm
Oka is set to transform the voluntary carbon market (VCM) with the introduction of carbon credit insurance, fueled by a recent $10 million funding injection. This financial backing underscores Oka’s dedication to addressing the risks in the carbon credit sector, including the possibility of reversals or invalidations after the credits are issued. By injecting reliability into a traditionally volatile market,
