The Planetary Solvency Risk Dashboard is a groundbreaking tool that offers a unique perspective on the interconnected risks facing nature, society, and the economy. By providing historical data from 1990 to 2025, the dashboard illustrates how risk profiles have worsened over time due to slow climate action and increased knowledge about the impacts of our actions on the planet.
Sandy Trust, IFoA Council Member and lead collaborator on the dashboard, emphasizes the importance of recognizing nature as the foundation of our existence. Threats to this foundation pose risks to future human prosperity, making it essential for policymakers to take action to avoid catastrophic consequences.
Professor Tim Lenton from the University of Exeter’s Global Systems Institute highlights the escalating risk of planetary insolvency, urging decision-makers to utilize the dashboard as a tool for understanding the urgency of the situation and inspiring action towards a more sustainable path.
Dr. Jesse Abrams, part of the University of Exeter’s Green Futures Solutions team, underscores the pressing need for policies that address the highest expected risks in order to avoid worst-case impacts on nature, society, and economic prosperity.
The dashboard serves as a valuable resource for policymakers and individuals alike, providing insight into the escalating risks facing our planet and the urgent need for action. With global events serving as a stark reminder of the impending consequences of inaction, it is crucial to implement policies that prioritize sustainability and mitigate the most severe risks.
This article, based on a press release from the University of Exeter, highlights the importance of the Planetary Solvency Risk Dashboard and the collaborative efforts of experts in addressing the critical challenges facing our planet.
Author: Brendan Montague, Editor of The Ecologist
