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The Great Reinsurance Retreat: Strategic implications for insurance markets and climate adaptation

At a glance: Recent Bloomberg analysis reveals a striking development in global reinsurance markets – the world’s 19 largest reinsurers have reduced catastrophe exposure by more than 50%. This isn’t a temporary market correction – it’s a fundamental recalibration of risk appetite driven by accelerating climate-related losses. And it’s worrying. The downstream effects are creating […]

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Why Smart Businesses Are Doubling Down on Sustainability and ESG (While Others Walk Away)

Here’s what nobody’s talking about: while headlines shout about companies retreating from sustainability and ESG commitments, the savviest companies are quietly using this moment to pull ahead. Why? Because they understand something fundamental – sustainability and ESG aren’t just about optics, they’re about survival. The real story behind sustainability and ESG Strip away the buzzwords

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Why consider a sustainability adviser?

I’m often asked by businesses I come in contact with: Why should I consider a sustainability adviser? A lot of what I do is working with clients to make sense of sustainability, and what it means for running a business, and in terms of products/services being offered. My discussions are very much focused on the

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Dr Taysom at the Edge Debate 185 – Urban Climate: How do we connect land value and built form to create liveable cities?

On 14th July, Dr Sophie Taysom of Keyah Consulting, was a panellist at the Edge Debate on connecting land value and built form to create livable cities. The Panel was Chaired by Lisa Fairmaner MRTPI, Head of London Plan and Strategic Planning, Greater London Authority, and Moderated by Marialena Nikolopoulou, Kent School of Architecture. Other

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7 Benefits of Stakeholder Engagement

How many times have you developed a stakeholder map for it to end up lost? You resurrect it when trouble hits or you’re required to demonstrate that you’ve ‘done’ stakeholder engagement. So what are some of the benefits of stakeholder engagement? Business is about relationships – whether you’re start-up or a large business, government, or

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Banks and Insurers put on notice

Really pleased to see my editorial in today’s Financial Times Sustainable Views. This piece was written in collaboration with Dee Korab, expert in sustainable finance. The full article can be found via this link -> Putting banks and insurers on notice to better manage climate risks In the piece, we pick up on the UK’s

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Introducing The Pool – Sustainability and ESG expertise when you need it

I’m excited to introduce The Pool – a collective of experts supporting clients across the real estate sector and its entire value chain with strategic, impactful sustainability and ESG advisory. What sets The Pool apart? We speak your language – in business and in English, French, Arabic, Italian, German, and Dutch. We ensure communication is

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What next for the ESG in real estate group on LinkedIn?

What next for the ESG in real estate group on LinkedIn?

Last week, I hosted a meeting with members of the LinkedIn ESG in Real Estate group. Since founding the group in August 2020, it has grown to over 8,000 members worldwide, bringing together professionals passionate about sustainability, finance, and real assets. Why Members Join the ESG in Real Estate Group During our discussion, attendees shared

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Dr. Sophie Taysom Joins EIIS as Faculty Member for Business & Human Rights Program

I’m delighted to announce my appointment as a Faculty Member for the Business & Human Rights Certificate Program at the European Institute of Innovation for Sustainability (EIIS). With a deep expertise in sustainability, ESG, and human rights, I will focus on:✔ Human rights in real assets – Ensuring responsible and ethical practices across the real

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Announcement on Sustainability Advisory Group

I’m really excited to announce, and introduce, our Sustainability Advisory Group, working across the UK and Europe. And what a team! Each of us is an expert in our own right and, in coming together as a Group, we complement each other’s expertise. It’s about adding value for our clients. We will continue to work

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