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A return period is a way to express how likely a climate event is to occur in any given year. For example, a 100-year return period means there’s a 1% chance the event will happen in a given year. It helps quantify the frequency and severity of risks like floods or extreme wind.
Example in context
You’re working with a real estate firm evaluating flood risk for a new asset. Instead of vague terms like “rare,” you show them EarthScan’s return period outputs, from 2-year events to 1000-year extremes, so they can see how often damaging events might occur under different climate scenarios.
Why it matters
Return periods bring clarity to uncertainty. They allow asset managers, insurers and consultants to compare sites, understand risk tolerance, and make informed decisions. Mitiga provides the broadest return period range on the market, including up to 1000-year scenarios for key hazards like wind and wildfire.
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