Briefing
The protection gap paradox: How insurance fuels the risks it covers
This cheat sheet explains the growing insurance protection gap and why it matters for households, businesses, and financial stability. It shows how climate change is making insurance less affordable and accessible, with consequences on the whole economy, while insurers continue to profit from activities that fuel climate risks. It also highlights key policy blind spots and sets out what EU policymakers must do to close the gap and better protect the planet and its people.