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PIISA Urban Pilots Workshop at CAS: From Pilots to Replicable Actions

On 7–8 October 2025, partners of the PIISA project convened at Climate Adaptation Services (CAS) in Bussum, the Netherlands, for a two-day workshop focused on transforming pilot experiences into actionable, replicable solutions for urban climate adaptation. The event gathered researchers, insurers, and policymakers to align key performance indicators (KPIs), refine whitepapers, and strengthen cross-sector collaboration ahead of PIISA’s final phase.

PIISA’s research discussed on Italian television

Partners Laura Grassi and Luca Carrai discussed risk perception on “TG3 Rai - Radiotelevisione Italiana Lombardia”, presenting the results of the research conducted by Politecnico di Milano and the Fintech & Insurtech Observatory within the Horizon Europe projects PIISA Project and RISE-IN.

PIISA’s Webinar on Adaptive Forest Management and Policy to Tackle Climate Risks

The PIISA Project held its latest webinar, "Insights on Adaptive Forest Management and Policy to Tackle Climate Risks" at the beginning of September. This webinar dove into the practical applications of how finance and insurance can accelerate adaptation, and how European projects are building concrete solutions with cooperation between research institutions, forest managers and private actors to strengthen resilience across different regions.

Check out the recordings if you missed out: webinar

PIISA at EAERE 2025

Partner Stefano Ceolotto from CMCC attended the 30th Annual Conference of the European Association of Environmental and Resource Economists (EAERE 2025). He participated in the session organised by the Naturance project and outlined the common obstacles — from regulatory uncertainty to the lack of standardised metrics — that limit private sector investment. He stressed the need for blended finance, public-private partnerships, and better integration into planning frameworks. He aslo evoked the ongoing work happening in the Pilots.

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PIISA Panel Highlight – ECCA2025

At ECCA2025, PIISA contributed to a forward-looking dialogue on how to transform climate risk governance and insurance for a rapidly changing world. In her panelist role, Hilppa Gregow emphasized the urgent need to build financial and governance capacities that are inclusive, science-based, and ready for multi-hazard realities. A key focus was also placed on inclusive decision-making: strengthening the role of Indigenous Peoples, including the Sámi, whose knowledge systems and rights must be respected and embedded into adaptation finance and governance.

PIISA's General Assembly

Partners gathered in person and online for 2 days, for their General Assembly. Coordinator Hilppa Gregow informed partners about the general results and mentioned the actions needing to be taken going forward. Partners also discussed plans for the last year of the project, regarding dissemination of results, workshops and project events.

PIISA at the ECCA2025 Conference

The PIISA Project will be attending the 7th European Climate Change Adaptation ( ECCA2025) conference on June 16th-18th. This 7th biennal will showcase cutting-edge research and innovative solutions, sharing knowledge and best practices and fostering collaboration towards a climate-resilient society. Speakers and attendees with be gathering in Rimini, Italy. Partners Heikki Tuomenvirta and Hilppa Gregow from the Finnish Meteorological Institute will be attending and taking part in sessions.

Check out the full conference programme: programme

PIISA’S ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION ON ADAPTATION FINANCE AND JUSTICE – NOCCA2025

The PIISA Project's held a roundtable discussion on adaptation finance and justice at the NOCCA 2025 Conference. Partner Kati Berninger from Tyrsky Consulting hosted and facilitated the discussions with following participants:

• Birgitta Eira, Member of the Municipal Council of Enontekiö
• Pertti Onkalo, Director of the Technical Division
• Hilppa Gregow, Head of Unit, the Finnish Meteorological Institute
• Anna Salminen, Ministerial Advisor, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (FIN)
• Gunn-Britt Retter, Head of Arctic and Environmental Unit, Saami Council

A poster on the PIISA Pilots was also presented by project coordinator Hilppa Gregow during the event: Link

PIISA at the NOCCA2025 Conference

The PIISA Project is hosting round table discussion on adaptation finance and justice at the NOCCA2025 conference on MAY 14th. This 7th edition of the Nordic Conference on Climate Change Adaptation builds on themes and lessons learned in the previous NOCCA conferences over the years. Speakers and attendees with be gathering in Rovaniemi, Finland.

Check out the full conference programme: programme

PIISA IS FEATURED ON THE WORLD GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE NETWORK (WGIN)

The PIISA Project is proud to be featured on the World Green Infrastructure Network (WGIN) website for its work on Green Roofs Pilot. WGIN’s mission is to advocate and promote the integration of green infrastructure in urban planning on a global scale. Since 2009 WGIN has expanded to represent 22 National Associations and has held 10 World Green Infrastructure Congresses. WGIN has established supportive working research committees and has an active enthusiastic board of directors representing 11 nations.

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PIISA’s Webinar on Farmers’ Insurance

The PIISA Project held its latest webinar, "Farmers First: Insurance that works for farmers" at the end of March. This webinar dove into the practical applications of parametric insurance as a proactive approach to risk management and a tool for climate change adaptation. Examples of practical cases across Europe were discussed and the potential they hold for scaling up.It was organized by the Agriculture pilot, which co-develops a demand-driven, index-based insurance solution that meets farmers' needs while ensuring viability for insurance providers.

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PIISA’s Webinar on Green Roofs

The PIISA Project held its latest webinar, "Adapting to Climate Risks through Green Roofs: insights from the Netherlands'' at the end of January. This webinar dove into the practical applications of nature-based solutions and green roofs as a sustainable solution to address climate change challenges and promote adaptation. It was organized by Green roof pilot, which studies how insurances can stimulate the adoption of urban nature-based solutions, specifically green roofs.

Check out the recordings if you missed out : webinar

PIISA’s Mid-Term Webinar

The PIISA Project held its mid-term webinar on December 10th, bringing together experts and partners to discuss innovative insurance solutions for climate adaptation.

The event featured two sessions: the first focused on insurance innovation, while the second highlighted the #PIISAPilots and their role in advancing adaptation efforts. This engaging webinar provided an opportunity to share insights, foster collaboration, and plan the next steps in addressing climate risks through novel insurance approaches.

Check out the recordings if you missed out : webinar

PIISA's 3rd General Assembly

The PIISA Project partners came together in Paris for 3 days at AXA Climate's offices to hold their Consortium Meeting and General Assembly, marking the halfway point of this initiative.

Over the course of the event, each partner showcased the progress and key achievements of their work within the project. They also participated in interactive workshops focused on the #PIISAPilots, fostering collaboration and planning the next steps toward innovative insurance solutions for adaptation.

PIISA takes part in the Climate Alliance International Conference

Partner Stefano Ceolotto from the Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change (CMCC) was invited to deliver a talk on behavioral economics and nature-based solutions at the Climate Alliance International Conference, in Cascais – Portugal. In this occasion, he also talked about the work being conducted by the Institute for Environmental Studies (IVM) in Pilot 01 about the green roofs experiment.

Learn more about the event: https://www.climatealliance.org/events/international-conference/2024-conference.html

PIISA takes part in the Naturance Project’s Naturethon

Partner Stefano Ceolotto from the Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change (CMCC) co-moderated a Networking Table at the NetworkNature Task Force Cluster Meeting in Brussels, representing the PIISA project. He presented the idea for a NetworkNature Lab based on the Portugal pilot (which is conducted by AXA Climate). The idea was well received, and the table participants engaged in a lively and thought-provoking discussion, with many useful comments and suggestions.

Learn more about the event: https://networknature.eu/networknature-annual-event-2024-busting-myths-people-nature

PIISA takes part in the Naturance Project’s Naturethon

Partner Georges Farina from the Institute for Environmental Studies (IVM) participated in the joint Naturethon webinar from the Naturance Project to present PIISA’s work. Naturethons are a digital initiative to increase the collective understanding of Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) deployment. This edition focused on, the relation between nature and insurance and how we can harness it’s potential.

Check out the session’s recording if you missed out : https://www.youtube.com/4232

PIISA HELD IT’S FIRST WEBINAR

Partner AXA CLIMATE organised two webinar workshops which focused on knowledge exchange and cooperation across the communities and networks dedicated to climate adaptation insurance in Europe. The first session focused on the challenges, barriers, and opportunities we have to reduce the insurance protection gap and accelerate adaptation and resilience building. The second session focused on actuarial risk modelling – state-of-the-art & innovation potential. This event was supported by Risk Kan Network.

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PIISA at the NATURANCE FINANCE INNOVATION FESTIVAL – at IIASA, Laxenburg, Austria

PIISA experts took part in Naturance Finance Innovation Festival (Insurance and Investment Opportunities for Nature-based Solutions) in May 2024. This gathering brought together professionals from research, finance and policy communities. Insightful presentations and discussions about the financial insurance, and investment opportunities gave excellent learning opportunities and allowed to promote PIISA.

Check it out: www.naturanceproject.eu/videos/

PIISA's 2nd General Assembly

Marking the project’s 1rst year, partners gathered online for 2 days, for their second General Assembly. Each Work Package presented their progression, as well as their achievements such as the deliverables and pilot launches. They discussed the next steps they will be taking to continue their work in the most effective and impactful way, the blocking manners to be resolved collectively, the changes they can make in the organization to be more efficient and setting the dates for the next events, gatherings and milestones.

PIISA at 3RD ACCC IMPACT Week 2024

PIISA was invited to the Insurance and Climate Change seminar held by Atmosphere and Climate Competence Center (ACCC) 3rd ACCC Impact Week 2024 on 9th of April in Helsinki. The session was organized jointly by Finance Finland, University of Helsinki and Finnish Meteorological Institute, and chaired by PIISA’s Risk Manager. The event brought together ACCC researcher’s and insurance mathematicians and delegates to discuss the risks affected by climate change and how to adapt these future risks.

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PIISA at SITOWISE Smart City Talks

Our PIISA coordinator Hilppa Gregow participated in the SITOWISE Smart City Talks webinar with a keynote on novel climate risk predictions. The webinar focused especially on the built environment and how to adapt for the compound climatic risks. In the key note, she also talked about the changing risk landscape with an additional briefing about the tipping point risks.

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PIISA at Climateurope2’s Festival in Venice

Partner Stefano Ceolotto from Fundazione CMCC was present at the Climateurope2 Venice Festival to talk about Climate Insurance and Climate Services. A great way to share knowledge about Climate Adaptation and lively discussions with stakeholders and experts.

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PIISA's 1st General Assembly

The 12 partners involved in the PIISA Project gathered online for their first General Assembly. Each Work Package presented their progression over the first six months of the project, as well as their achievements such as the deliverables and pilot launches. They took the time to discuss the next steps they will be taking to continue their work in the most effective and impactful way, review and vote on any changes made within the project.

PIISA participation in Climateurope2 Webstival

The PIISA Project was proud to take part in the Climateurope2 Webstival - Second edition, mid-September 2023. This virtual festival revolved around the themes of businesses and communities, with a primary focus on discussing the transformation of Europe through climate services and dedicated solutions.

Learn more about the event.

PIISA Kick-Off Meeting in Helsinki

The 12 partners involved in the PIISA Project gathered for the first time, in Helsinki, at the Finnish Meteorological Institute (FMI) to kick-off the project. Partners introduced themselves and explained their role in the project. Discussions regarding deadlines and the organisation of the work over the coming months took place.