Climate change

Sen. Patrick Toomey, the ranking Republican on the Banking Committee, has argued that research by the Federal Reserve into these topics could result in “mission creep.” Fed officials have said their job includes fostering inclusive economic growth and ensuring the banking system is girded against financial risks posed by climate change.

Experts weigh in on the potential impact of severe weather events and investigate the risks and solutions that may change the sector.

The question looms as to what point heightened wildfire activity becomes a significant risk for municipal debt.

To ensure continued economic growth, the state has seen a need to diversify into alternative water sources to meet projected needs as well as respond to drought and protect the environment.

Alan Rubin, principal, Blank Rome Government Relations

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Miami-Dade are working on plans to protect against rising seas and violent storms, but will it be enough?

California Gov. Gavin Newsom and President Biden outlined separate plans Monday to increase spending to prepare for natural disasters.

The bulk of $743 billion in improvements needed to alleviate climate risk and aging infrastructure would be borne by the utilities, a rating agency says.

The administration of Gov. Gavin Newsom and the state legislature have separate efforts that would result in increased climate risk disclosure.

Officials call it the first for any state revolving fund program in the country.