The Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance works with communities to influence policies and practices which enhance resilience to climate hazards. https://zcralliance.org/https://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mv3qv6m36c2aWhat if resilience to heat, droughts, floods and other climate hazards could come from something as small as a bee? As traditional farming and livestock keeping are put under pressure, beekeeping is proving to be a practical, nature-based alternative. Find out more: https://zcralliance.org/blogs/a-sweeter-future-beehives-help-women-in-kenya-endure-floods-and-drought/09 Sep 2026 14:31 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv3qv6m36c2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mtjeec4hik2iOur Urban Heat resource directory is a collaborative space designed to bring together the latest knowledge, tools, and best practices for tackling urban heat. Browse the resources here ➡️ https://zcralliance.org/resources-urban-heat/20 Aug 2026 13:34 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjeec4hik2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mteei33dis2tA post-event review of the November 2025 storm season in Vietnam found existing adaptation measures are struggling to keep pace with increasingly severe floods and storms. As these risks intensify, the case for transformative adaptation becomes stronger. Read more: https://zcralliance.org/blogs/the-changing-nature-of-adaptation-in-vietnam/18 Aug 2026 13:53 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mteei33dis2thttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3msuqntzv2k2lOn this International Youth Day, @practicalaction.bsky.social's Suman Chapagain shares how the Nepal team is supporting young people to become powerful leaders in responding to climate challenges through access to knowledge, technology and partnerships. Read more: https://zcralliance.org/blogs/international-youth-day/?utm_campaign=International-Youth-Day-blog&utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkedin12 Aug 2026 08:48 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3msuqntzv2k2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3msd76kdzrc2cBy building a shared understanding of community needs, vulnerabilities and resilience gaps, the Philippine Red Cross is supporting a move to more concrete financial investments in resilience interventions. Find out more: https://zcralliance.org/resources/item/pathways-to-locally-led-adaptation-lessons-for-effective-climate-resilience-finance/05 Aug 2026 09:20 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3msd76kdzrc2chttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mroyxdftqc25Our July newsletter will be dropping into your inboxes later today, featuring resources from @practicalaction.bsky.social, @concernworldwide.bsky.social, @undrr.bsky.social and more 📩 Sign up here: zcralliance.org?signup=true28 Jul 2026 08:36 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mroyxdftqc25https://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mrmlfn7f5s2bThrough the creation of community resilience action groups (CRAGs), @concernworldwide.bsky.social is supporting communities in Bangladesh to improve flood resilience by mobilizing communities and facilitating joint planning with government agencies. Find out more: https://zcralliance.org/resources/item/community-resilience-action-groups-to-strengthen-climate-resilience-solutions-brief/27 Jul 2026 09:28 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrmlfn7f5s2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mradzbopo22gAs global temperatures rise, strengthening Heat Early Warning Systems (HEWSs) is one of the most immediate and scalable ways to reduce heat-related impacts. Take a look at our recent report as we set out practical recommendations for strengthening HEWSs globally ⬇️ https://zcralliance.org/resources/item/understanding-the-global-landscape-of-heat-early-warning-systems/22 Jul 2026 12:44 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mradzbopo22ghttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mr5j4prl3s25To prepare Bangladesh for the increasing impacts of climate hazards, shifting from traditional single-hazard approaches to more integrated strategies is urgent. Find out how @practicalaction.bsky.social is supporting communities to do exactly this ⬇️ https://zcralliance.org/blogs/understanding-compound-hazards-in-bangladesh/21 Jul 2026 09:37 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr5j4prl3s25https://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mpo3whf4uc2hLocally-sourced evidence is a powerful tool to drive support for communities’ climate adaptation priorities. Hear from Practical Action and Mercy Corps about how it's being used to drive real chance in Bangladesh and Jordan, through the work of @zcralliance.bsky.social. youtu.be/93Mp8SKXXiE https://youtu.be/93Mp8SKXXiE02 Jul 2026 13:06 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpo3whf4uc2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mpiz35qmws2sWhen local governments create or expand dedicated budgets for climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction, climate resilience takes several steps forward. @zcralliance.bsky.social colleagues from Vietnam and Kenya compare different ways that this can be achieved. https://youtu.be/f1LDI7ibnek30 Jun 2026 12:31 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpiz35qmws2shttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mp4hiyhqtk22As extreme heat intensifies, protecting workers is not an option, it is essential. So, what can be done to enhance worker protection and integrate heat-risk management into health and safety systems? Find out ▶️ https://zcralliance.org/resources/item/heat-stress-at-work/25 Jun 2026 12:45 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mp4hiyhqtk22https://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3monmaghuxk2nWhat did the Bonn Climate Conference tell us about the state of adaptation finance? Read our verdict, with contributions from @planglobal.bsky.social, @practicalaction.bsky.social and Mercy Corps ▶️ https://zcralliance.org/blogs/bonn-climate-conference-2026/19 Jun 2026 15:00 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3monmaghuxk2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mohuaufxy22vEffective climate adaptation starts with the people most affected. Our new report sets out cross-cutting approaches and actionable recommendations to operationalize and strengthen locally led adaptation. Read the report here: https://zcralliance.org/resources/item/pathways-to-locally-led-adaptation-lessons-for-effective-climate-resilience-finance/17 Jun 2026 08:07 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mohuaufxy22vhttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mofztia7ps2wAt London Climate Action Week, we’re bringing together a range of expertise to explore the critical need to strengthen extreme heat governance globally. We’ll also be sharing new analysis of progress and challenges across countries where we’re working. More details ▶️ https://zcralliance.org/events/london-climate-action-week-2026/16 Jun 2026 14:42 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mofztia7ps2whttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mnzmkxr35k2oThrough sustained, long-term engagement in community programming, real change is possible. In our Action to Impact blog, @practicalaction.bsky.social's Leon Lizon shares how this approach has led to improvements in resilience across Tacana. Read more: https://zcralliance.org/blogs/action-to-impact-bolivia/11 Jun 2026 16:12 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnzmkxr35k2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mnwgjwiuj22lAre you at the SB64 climate negotiations in Bonn this week? Join this fantastic panel of speakers to explore pathways for scaling locally led adaptation and embedding it across sectors, policies, climate finance and international climate negotiations. More details: https://zcralliance.org/events/bonn-climate-change-conference-2026/10 Jun 2026 09:46 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnwgjwiuj22lhttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mni4i2qpgs22That’s a wrap on our Learning Event! We’ve heard from many colleagues on a range of topics - from delivering locally led heat solutions to how teams are shifting from wildfire response to early action. More here on the work the Alliance is doing around the world: https://zcralliance.org/resources/?lang%5B%5D=english&zfra_filter%5B%5D=Yes&sort_filter=relevance04 Jun 2026 17:09 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mni4i2qpgs22https://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mnd2rrittc23Day two of the @zcralliance.bsky.social ‘s Learning Event comes to a close! We’ve heard how teams are scaling heat resilience through social media, gained insights into the nature-based approaches that Alliance teams are implementing, and lots more. Stay tuned for the third and final day 📸02 Jun 2026 16:55 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnd2rrittc23https://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mncotuhh722fHot weather doesn't make a heatwave 🌡️ When heat doesn't let up over consecutive days *and nights*, that's when the impacts are far greater. On this Heat Action Day, let's ensure that everyone, everywhere, is informed about the risks that heatwaves pose, and aware of what they can do to stay safe.02 Jun 2026 13:22 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mncotuhh722fhttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mnc5pssohk2wToday marks the 5th edition of Heat Action Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the growing threat of extreme heat. Our new report, in collaboration with the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre provides a global overview of Heat Early Warning Systems. 🔗 https://zcralliance.org/blogs/to-address-rising-heat-risks-early-warning-systems-must-improve/02 Jun 2026 08:15 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnc5pssohk2whttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mn7qbr6c6s2aThis week, teams from across the world are coming together for the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance Learning Event! A great opportunity to share knowledge, strengthen partnerships and plan for the future. Keep an eye out for updates throughout the week.01 Jun 2026 09:10 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mn7qbr6c6s2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mmydtvkc6k26One message stood out clearly at CBA20 earlier this month: locally led adaptation must become the norm. In our latest blog, Alliance colleagues reflect on their key takeaways from the event and what this means next for climate adaptation. 🔗 https://zcralliance.org/blogs/the-alliance-at-cba20/29 May 2026 10:38 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmydtvkc6k26https://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mmtoqnq7d22xFrom impacting 307,266 people in Vietnam through technological interventions to supporting the creation of Disaster Risk Management roles in Bolivia, we’re partnering with communities to achieve lasting change. Find out more in our new digital impact report: https://zcralliance.org/action-to-impact-the-zurich-climate-resilience-alliance-in-2025/27 May 2026 14:10 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmtoqnq7d22xhttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mmrbfvl6rc2fNext up in our Action to Impact blog series, Mercy Corps’ Sanjit Shrestha explains how replication of a budget-tracking methodology developed by Mercy Corps is delivering climate resilience at scale in Nepal. Read more: https://zcralliance.org/blogs/action-to-impact-nepal/26 May 2026 15:06 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmrbfvl6rc2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mm7odavhqk2sThemes of mental health, technology and multi-hazard approaches took centre stage at @egu.eu earlier this month. Alliance colleagues share their reflections and key takeaways in our latest blog: https://zcralliance.org/blogs/egu-2026-reflections/ @concernworldwide.bsky.social @iiasa.ac.at @granthamlse.bsky.social19 May 2026 15:09 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm7odavhqk2shttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mm4fkxzb3c2pOur latest newsletter will be landing in your inboxes later today, featuring resources from @concernworldwide.bsky.social, @york.ac.uk, the World Bank, and more! Sign up here: zcralliance.org?signup=true18 May 2026 07:55 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm4fkxzb3c2phttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mlt3gi4xq22dNext up in our Action to Impact blog series, @ifrc.org's Jen Stewart explains how a new national Early Warning Systems strategy and changes to Disaster Risk Management laws have marked a crucial turning point toward proactive disaster prevention in Fiji. More: https://zcralliance.org/blogs/action-to-impact-fiji/14 May 2026 14:59 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlt3gi4xq22dhttps://bsky.app/profile/zcralliance.bsky.social/post/3mlkvaef67k2xAlliance colleagues will be at CBA20 over the next few days to share insights on locally-led adaptation. Head over to our event page to find out where you can catch them throughout the week: zcralliance.org/events/cba20/ https://zcralliance.org/events/cba20/11 May 2026 08:47 +0000at://did:plc:dafwrycuxbjir5s76enjtem2/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlkvaef67k2x