Building resilience: insuring renewable risks

A greener future

As the world moves towards a greener future, the renewables sector is experiencing unprecedented growth. However, with this growth comes new and complex risks. At Swiss Re, we are at the forefront of providing comprehensive risk management solutions tailored specifically for the renewables industry. Our expertise spans the entire value chain, helping manage risks from construction to operation.

Three ways insurers can support the renewable energy transition

Global renewable energy capacity is expected to jump by a third this year – a hugely important step forward in the green transition.

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Comprehensive coverage across the renewables value chain

At Swiss Re, we pride ourselves on offering comprehensive coverage across the renewables value chain. From wind and solar farms to hydroelectric and geothermal projects, our reinsurance solutions are tailored to meet the unique challenges and risks associated with renewable energy investments. We provide robust protection at every stage of your project, ensuring financial stability and peace of mind from development through to operation. Our expertise in the renewable energy sector makes us the partner of choice you need to safeguard your renewable energy assets and drive the transition to a greener future.

In-depth industry knowledge

Avoiding gridlock: The Impact of climate on electric grids

Grids are the arteries and veins of electricity circulation. Comprising of power stations, substations, transformers, transmission and distribution lines, the grid connects electricity supply to demand. It is a complex and intricate network, exposed to many natural and man-made risks.​

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Power your portfolio

Our Centre of Competence on Renewable Energy (CoCRE) comprises experts with extensive experience in the renewables sector. We understand the unique risks associated with solar, wind, hydro, and other renewable energy sources, allowing us to offer tailored solutions that address your specific needs.

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​Mitigating climate risk

The effects of climate change and global warming are already evident and shaking up our risk landscape: warmer average temperatures, rising sea levels, melting ice caps, longer and more frequent heatwaves, erratic rainfall patterns and more weather extremes.

A most urgent question we need to ask is not only how to tackle climate change, but also how we can best adapt to a changing climate and avert the most damaging consequences – in short, how to mitigate climate risk.

Find out how we can support you during the green transition and get in touch