14. Physical climate risks vs. Disasters vs. Natural Catastrophes (NatCat): the difference

​Physical climate risk, disasters, and natural catastrophes (NatCat) are often used interchangeably — but they're not the same thing. We'll unpack the distinctions and why they matter for assessment and reporting.

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​Dr Elena Maksimovich, PhD — CTO, Head of Climate Data Elena is a geoscientist and Expert Reviewer for the IPCC AR6 WGI, with a focus on adaptation, resilience, impact assessment, and parametric insurance design. Her strength lies in translating complex climate science into clear, decision-ready insights that support practical action across sectors. With a strong commitment to accessibility, Elena works to ensure that climate risk knowledge is understandable and usable for a wide range of stakeholders, bringing deep technical expertise together with a purpose-driven approach.

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