Estimates suggest that by 2050, 350 million people in the world's megacities will be impacted by heat stress. (Photo: Onur/Adobe Stock)

The escalating environmental and climate crisis poses increased risks to major cities and businesses globally. In less than 30 years, we will be forced to re-evaluate how we live and work. Businesses are already facing physical risks posed by climate change, but additional risks could include harsher regulations and mounting legal liabilities, as well as reputational damage.

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Trudy Knockless

Trudy Knockless is a reporter on ALM Media's Business of Law desk.  She has a background serving legal and insurance publications. Contact her at [email protected] or on LinkedIn at Trudy Knockless.