In an era marked by the urgency of climate change, financial institutions worldwide are increas...
In an era marked by the urgency of climate change, financial institutions worldwide are increasingly turning to sustainable finance solutions to drive investments in environmentally friendly projects. From Europe to Asia, countries are embracing green bonds as a powerful tool to mobilise capital for climate solutions while aligning with global climate goals. In Australia, where
Climate change poses significant challenges to agricultural sectors globally, prompting banks and financial institutions around the world to innovate climate-adaptive finance solutions. From the United States to India, countries are rolling out specialised lending programs to support farmers in managing climate-related risks and building resilience in their operations. In the United States, where extreme weather
Pioneering Sustainability: Integrating Livestock Parametric Insurance with Sustainable Loan Packages
In the face of climate change challenges, the agricultural sector, particularly livestock farming, stands as a vital player in Australia’s economy. However, with climate-related risks on the rise, farmers are facing increasing uncertainties about the future of their operations. To address these challenges, Australian banks should be pioneering innovative solutions that blend financial support with
Heat stress occurs when an organism’s body is subjected to excessive heat and struggle to maintain its normal body temperature. It is a condition that occurs when the body’s cooling mechanisms become overwhelmed, typically due to high environmental temperature, humidity, or a combination of both. In context of dairy cattle, they are particularly susceptible to
Parametric insurance for crops is a specific application of insurance designed to protect farmers against specific risks and uncertainties related to agricultural production. It is commonly used to mitigate the financial impacts of adverse weather conditions, for instance droughts, excessive rainfall, or temperature extremes, which have the potential to significantly affect crop yields. In parametric
Heat stress can have a significant impact on feedlot cattle, affecting their overall health, productivity, and welfare. Feedlot cattle are particularly vulnerable to heat stress due to the high-density conditions in which they are housed and the limited opportunities for natural cooling. Physical Impacts Here are some of the key impacts of heat stress on