Many companies, utilities, and cities are looking to invest in technologies that mitigate climate change; however, they can often overlook the fact that many technologies typically considered as climate mitigation tools can double as adaptation tools as well. This can lead to potential projects failing to get funded because the additional benefits of adaptation are not considered.

Adapt Now by the Global Commission on Adaptation is a significant first step, but further action will require deep techno-economic assessment by cities and corporations.