As climate change intensifies and global social unrest grows, our approach to emergency preparedness must evolve to meet these challenges. It’s clear that traditional responses—prevention, mitigation, and reparations—are no longer sufficient on their own. Instead, adaptation has become a critical strategy, empowering individuals to proactively protect themselves, their families, and their communities.

The world is seeing more frequent and intense climate events, and no region is immune. In northern climates, the two most critical threats are power outages and extreme cold, often occurring together during severe winter storms. These events not only disrupt daily life but can pose life-threatening risks. For example, a prolonged power outage in the middle of winter could lead to dangerously cold conditions at home, making even the simplest tasks challenging and putting the vulnerable at risk.

Being prepared means assessing our own unique risks, understanding our vulnerabilities, and proactively building resilience into our homes and lives. In our upcoming video series, we’ll discuss how to perform a personal risk assessment tailored to the specific environmental and social threats that each household or business might face. To help mitigate these risks, we’re introducing three companies leading the way in sustainable and adaptive solutions for emergency preparedness: Bluetti, ActionHeat, and Sylvane.