Highlights and Feedback WANTED for "The Impacts of Climate Change (Water) on Insurance" (Season 2, Episode 15)

with Markham Hislop and Derek Connick

Please watch, like, and share these short reels from Markham, Derek, and myself describing looming insurance crisis and growing risk aversion related to increasing climate catastrophes.

In episode 15 of Season 2, the 7th episode of a podcast mini-series on "Water in Southern Alberta", Jenny is joined by Markham Hislop, an energy journalist, and Derek Connick, a commercial insurance broker, to discuss the impacts of climate change on insurance. The conversation highlights the increasing frequency and severity of climate events, which are challenging traditional insurance models and affecting premiums. The discussion covers various types of insurance, including homeowner and commercial insurance, and the difficulties in obtaining coverage for flood and hail damage. The podcast also explores the role of government in backstopping insurance when private companies limit coverage due to high risks. The episode emphasizes the need for proactive measures in insurance and the importance of treating water as a valuable resource amidst growing environmental challenges. The Gravity Well Podcast is available on YouTube and streaming platforms, inviting listeners to engage with the content and provide feedback.

Find the full episode and transcript of Season 2, Episode 15 under The Gravity Well Podcast with Jenny Yeremiy. Please watch, like, share and provide highlights (time time stamp and brief description of the point made) that I missed.