RenaissanceRe – A positive force for change
RenaissanceRe has been investigating the damage patterns and economic impact of catastrophic storms for many years. Hurricane risk mitigation is an increasingly important component of our business strategy. Homeowners in vulnerable regions are among RenaissanceRe’s ultimate clients - by contributing to hurricane risk mitigation efforts, we can:
- Increase the resiliency of storm-exposed communities by introducing them to the most effective mitigation techniques and products
- Reduce the frequency of claims and the severity of the financial impact of storms to the (re)insurance industry
Hurricane risk mitigation efforts in 2007/08
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Sponsorship of a new exhibit at INNOVENTIONS at Epcot® at the Walt Disney World® Resort, combining exhilarating special effects, interactive audience participation, and post-show information to raise awareness about weather risk mitigation research and recommendations. Read our press release, and read more about “StormStruck™”. |
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RenaissanceRe Wall of Wind – Launch of a revolutionary full-scale testing facility, capable of generating up to Cat 3 winds and rain (in partnership with International Hurricane Research Center at Florida International University). Read more about RenaissanceRe Wall of Wind. |
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Risk Mitigation Leadership – Sponsorship of the Hurricane Risk Mitigation Leadership Forum (held February 2008 in Orlando, FL) and Northeast Hurricane Mitigation Leadership Forum (held July 2008 in Newport, R.I.): invitation-only events bringing together academics, scientists, public and private sector representatives to advance hurricane risk mitigation efforts and awareness. |
