The Growing Impact of Natural Disasters

According to the World Economic Forum’s 2025 Global Risks Report, extreme weather events, biodiversity loss, and ecosystem collapse rank among the top threats to businesses and societies. Recent events highlight the growing need for preparedness:

• California Wildfires (2023) – Over $135 billion in economic losses, thousands displaced, and widespread business disruptions.

• Canadian Wildfires (2023) – Air quality issues affecting North America and operational shutdowns for major corporations.

• Hurricane Katrina & Superstorm Sandy – Landmark disasters that reshaped how businesses approach disaster preparedness and recovery.

Corporate real estate professionals are uniquely positioned to mitigate risk, enhance portfolio resilience, and integrate sustainable practices that support both business and community recovery.

CoreNet Global Resources

• CRE 2030: Risk and Resilience Report

Wildfires in Australia: What’s the Impact on Corporate Real Estate?

We’ve all seen the devastating images from Australia, where wildfires have burned some 10 million...Read More

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Resilient Real Estate: A Disaster is a Hazard You Didn’t Prepare For

This session will provide an introduction to the growing practice of property resilience assessment...Listen Now

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How to Create an Effective Business Continuity Plan

A business continuity plan outlines procedures and instructions an organization must follow in the face of...Read More

Key Elements of Effective Crisis Response

Whether from technical failures, natural disasters, civil unrest or many other causes, crises can strike...Read More

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The Top Five Lessons Learned in Resilience for Corporate Interiors

"In the past two weeks, the country has seen some intense crises. The DC area experienced massive rainfall...Read More

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Planning for the Next Black Swan Event

It’s not a matter of if, but when, the next unpredictable event will hit. And of course, what it will be...Watch Video

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Fires, Hurricanes, Flooding or Mudslides: What Really Happens During Crunch Time?

What really happens when you are hit with a natural disaster? Last year many companies found out firsthand...Watch Video

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Risk Mitigation: The Future of Corporate Real Estate

Risk is nothing new to the corporate enterprise. It is an accepted part of doing business that stretches back centuries...Read More

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Seismic Risk and Resiliency

On this episode, Saeed Fathali, PhD, PE, LEED AP, provides an in-depth discussion of seismic risk, seismic resiliency and...Read More

Government & Industry Resources

• FEMA: Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Planning
• Red Cross: Corporate Disaster Relief Guide

Risk Management Magazine - Coverage for Business Interruption Loss from L.A. Wildfire Smoke Damage

Ongoing wildfires around Los Angeles have caused absolute devastation and damage across southern California... Read More

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Post-Wildfire Recovery Programs

From the National Wildfire Coordinating Group...Learn More

After a Wildfire: Ten Recovery Steps You Need to Take

To get your business back in operation, consider these 10 steps in your post-fire recovery plan...Learn More

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After a Wildfire

From the California Department of Forestry & Fire Protection...Read More

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Post-Fire Recovery

From the National Interagency Fire Center... Learn More

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FEMA Offers Recovery Tips for California Wildfire Survivors

While fire suppression activities are still ongoing in parts of Southern California, affected individuals and families are taking steps toward recovery... Read More