A better view on natural hazard risk

Hailstorms across the Alpine region that shattered roofs and cars, heavy rainfall throughout Europe flooding homes and a devastating earthquake in Morocco – this summer has seen its fair share of natural disasters that led to severe damages of peoples’ property. But what if we could offer an individually tailored view on natural hazard risk to homeowners and support them in perhaps preventing some of the damage that floods, storms, wildfires and earthquakes can bring?

“In a changing climate, the role of insurance will have to be much bigger”

Nicola Ranger, Leader, Resilience and International Development Program at the Environmental Change Institute; and Executive Director for Oxford Martin Systemic Resilience Program, and Sibylle Steimen, Managing Director Advisory & Services at Allianz Re, make a case for putting more focus on climate resilience. In their view, the public discussion needs to center more on investing in adaptation measures to reduce the physical risk of climate change.

Allianz announces first net-zero transition plan with 2030 intermediate targets for core business segments

Allianz is publishing its first comprehensive net-zero transition plan, which substantiates the company’s long-term strategic climate commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 in its proprietary investment and P&C underwriting portfolios and already by 2030 within its own operations.

Allianz raises its climate ambitions further: Intermediate 2030 decarbonization targets

Allianz has launched a Net-Zero Transition Plan detailing 2030 intermediate targets for the Group’s ambition to decarbonize our insurance and investment portfolios by 2050. Günther Thallinger, the Allianz Member of the Board management responsible for investment management and sustainability, explains the plan.

International Youth Day

According to the report, young people report being less active due to a number of everyday barriers and global issues such as the cost of living (37%), climate change (30%) and the ongoing COVID-19 impact (34%) respectively.

Carbon capture: an industry that has taken 30 years to appear overnight

The ability to scale up carbon capture technology could play a role in helping keep global warming below 1.5°C. Two significant projects coming online – and insured by Allianz Commercial – show the potential of what may be an important transition technology towards net-zero.

Allianz puts The Squared Ball in play and launches campaign for financial coaching in women's football

Barriers hinder professional careers: Women in professional football face financial uncertainty, with 64 per cent of women stating that financial barriers stopped them from pursuing their athletic passions. • Resources for young talent: With The Squared Ball campaign and Allianz Ready Coach financial training initiative, Allianz is shining a light on the challenges faced by female footballers and helping talented young players achieve their goals with confidence and financial know-how.

Addressing climate risk: collaborative response essential for fulfilling individual fiduciary responsibilities

An op-ed by Günther Thallinger, Steering Group Chair of the UN-convened Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance.

Emission possible: How hydrogen and insurance can shape a greener future

As governments seek to meet commitments to avert catastrophic climate change, their gaze is increasingly falling onto hydrogen, the most abundant element on the planet, to play a critical role in securing a clean and affordable energy future.