Nature based solutions are driving a global transformation from traditional grey infrastructure to functional and more cost effective green and blue solutions that can better cope and adapt when faced with climate and disaster risks. This interactive session brought together experts and practitioners to discuss case studies and opportunities to scale up nature-based solutions for resilient infrastructure.

Insurance can play an important role in influencing behavior, lowering the economic impact from disaster events, and unlocking private sector financing for sustainable infrastructure investments and more effective disaster response and reconstruction. This interactive session will bring together experts and practitioners to discuss the value proposition of the insurance industry for quality infrastructure, de-risking infrastructure investments, and exploring innovative public-private partnerships.

Women and girls are impacted disproportionately by climate change and disasters due to preexisting gender inequalities and limited opportunities to participate in decision making processes. However, evidence shows that when provided with opportunities to engage in decisions related to infrastructure development, implementation and maintenance, women exhibit leadership in strengthening resilience. This interactive session will discuss the importance and opportunities for meaningfully engaging women and girls in resilient infrastructure-related initiatives, thereby advancing gender equality.