WSP Climate Change and Sustainability SOQ

Climate Change and Sustainability | SOQ

Of all the indicators of climate change, water — our reliance on, exposure to, and use of — is perhaps the most palpable. Every establishment is fundamen tally dependent to varying degrees on water, of the right quality, across their assets, networks and systems. Having in the past taken its availability for granted, growing water scarcity and disruption to supplies can have major repercussions on operations on multiple levels. In addition, the risks from extreme water-related weather events, e.g., drought, flooding, storms, sea level rise, are also rising. In short, water supply and management is becoming increasingly precariously balanced in a majority of regions, with implications not just for our clients but also the communities in which they operate. Unlocking the Opportunities None of these challenges can be addressed in isolation. WSP is po sitioned to help our clients to face multiple, converging business threats and pressures in a fast-changing environment. We can help from assessment to implementation of resilient solutions. As a multidisciplinary engineering firm, we draw upon the full range of disciplines across our global multi-sector teams to plan and develop climate risk adaptation measures that are embedded within broader strategies. Additionally, by incorporating the expertise of our sustainability specialists and advisory teams, we can provide solutions that maxi mize the ESG values and opportunities of climate action, to the benefit not just of our clients but also their stake holders and the communities in which they operate.

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