Tool for businesses to prepare for climate risks, alongside sector-specific climate risk assessments

We designed a tool for SMEs to identify climate risks and impacts, mitigate risks, and substantiate opportunities. In addition, we conducted climate risk assessments for the priority sectors of the City of Kouvola’s development company: transport and logistics; the built environment; the food industry (including agriculture and forestry); and renewable energy solutions, production, and distribution.

• Tool for SMEs: We developed a clear, user-friendly tool that features a simple process for identifying and assessing climate risks across a company’s entire value chain, as well as creating a concrete action plan.

• Sector-specific assessments: The climate risk assessments outlined the climate risks facing four key sectors in the Kouvola region. Additionally, we provided examples of measures to prepare and adapt to these risks. The results of the analysis were compiled into a concise and clear format to best serve the needs of SMEs.

”Within a tight schedule, Tyrsky created a clear climate risk management tool for SMEs. Furthermore, we received concise, sector-specific assessments summarizing complex climate data, along with concrete measures that directly support the development of Kouvola’s preparedness and adaptation efforts.” – Tero Hasu, Project Manager, Kouvola Innovation Oy