Projects BEYOND BUTTON PUSHING Earthquake Risk Assessment and Sensitivity Analysis for California Versión en español English version Share Facebook X (Twitter) LinkedIn Overview Anchor 1 Background The goal of the project was to show how important the quantification of uncertainty is in estimating and understanding California’s earthquake risk using OpenQuake - GEM Foundation’s state-of-the-art open source earthquake hazard and risk assessment software. With OpenQuake’s plug-and-play capabilities, expert users can individually select or substitute every model component, data, and assumption. This feature will help model users and decision makers to: 1) ‘ask the right questions’ when evaluating model results; 2) better interpret risk assessment results and gain trust in model results; and 3) make better risk management decisions. Duration: 2015-2017 Objectives The main objectives of this project are to: Establish representative sets of exposure: ‣ for the San Francisco Bay Area; ‣ for the Southern California region affected by the Shakeout Scenario Choose specific results (risk metrics) to use as a basis for comparison. Produce ‘baseline’ results from OpenQuake, using a ‘control’ set of assumptions. Undertake a thorough sensitivity analysis for the risk estimates for California based on the UCERF3 model by running OpenQuake multiple times, each time varying one assumption or parameter, such as: ‣ earthquake probabilities (controlled by assumptions about fault geometries, slip rates, maximum magnitudes); ‣ ground motion model selection; ‣ vulnerability functions; ‣ site conditions; and ‣ statistical treatment of uncertainty and correlation Beyond the aims stated at the outset of the project as listed above, several additional objectives were achieved during the course of the project, including the following: Implement within OpenQuake the latest seismic hazard model for California based on the recently published Uniform California Earthquake Rupture Forecast version 3 (UCERF3), produced by the U.S. Geological Survey and the Working Group on California Earthquake Probabilities. Calculate the average annual loss estimates for all 8,057 census tracts in California, using the seismic hazard model based on UCERF3. Establish the range (distribution) of scientifically viable results for the chosen risk metrics by accounting for the various uncertainties in the hazard model. Identify the components of the hazard model contributing most to the overall uncertainty in the risk metrics for the different exposure portfolios. Implement a model simplification (‘logic-tree trimming’) software tool to reduce the number of computer runs and greatly speed up the time required for running the risk model for California. Collaborators GEM Foundation Funding partner: Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety Commission (SSC) Location California, United States

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Projects MALAWI MULTI-HAZARD Comprehensive Multi hazard Risk Assessment in Malawi Versión en español English version Share Facebook X (Twitter) LinkedIn Overview Outcomes Training Outreach Photos Publications Anchor 1 Background Malawi is a country strongly affected by the impact of extreme events, exacerbated by rapid population growth and urbanisation. A multi-risk assessment is currently lacking at the national level, while it is available only at the local level in some districts. Therefore, the project consortium intends to produce, for the first time, hazard and risk maps on a national level with a level of detail useful also at provincial level, using a probabilistic risk assessment approach, both for single hazards and for multi-hazard conditions (i.e. extreme winds and precipitation, earthquakes, landslides, river floods). The GEM Risk Team is reponsible for the seismic risk assessment, comprising the modelling of the hazard, exposure and vulnerability components and the calculations of seismic risk in the OpenQuake engine. Duration: 2023-2024 Objectives In line with the guidelines of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, the multi-hazard probabilistic assessment carried out within the project provides risk estimates for both the most probable and frequent events, as well as for rare ones; at the same time, it allows for the analysis of events that have never been observed but may occur in the future, which is of particular importance considering the uncertainty caused by climate change. The assessment will therefore consider risks under current climate conditions as well as future conditions (2050-2100) under different climate change scenarios. For the realisation of the multi-risk assessment, the project partners will work closely with local stakeholders at all stages of the development, from data collection to the creation of the Risk Atlas and the Risk Information Web Platform, two tools that will collect information from the assessment and will make it easier to communicate and understand, thus following a capacity development approach that combines knowledge development with knowledge transfer. In addition, the partners will develop, again in collaboration with local stakeholders, a sustainability plan containing recommendations for maintaining and updating risk information, supporting the management, updating and accessibility of Malawi’s risk information by national and local authorities. Collaborators GEM Foundation, Centro Internazionale in Monitoraggio Ambientale (CIMA), Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS), British Geological Survey (BGS) Funding partner: World Bank Group Location Malawi Aiming to empower Malawi with a comprehensive understanding of disaster risks, the project will deliver the following key outputs: Comprehensive Hazard Identification and Assessment: A national-level assessment of various hazards in Malawi, including floods, droughts, landslides, earthquakes, and strong winds. Exposure Mapping: Creation of maps outlining the extent to which people, infrastructure, buildings, and agriculture are exposed to each hazard. Vulnerability Assessment: Evaluation of the physical (infrastructure, buildings) and social (poverty, access to resources) vulnerabilities of Malawian communities to these hazards. National Hazard and Risk Profiles: Development of comprehensive national profiles that detail the hazards, their potential impacts, and the level of risk faced by different regions and communities. Knowledge and Technology Transfer: Training and capacity building for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) practitioners and academic institutions in Malawi on using the multi-hazard risk assessment data and tools. Platform deployment, knowledge transfer, maintenance and ownership This project builds a long-term plan for Malawian experts to manage the multi-hazard risk atlas database. Through trainings and knowledge transfer, local technicians will become self-sufficient in maintaining the system and training future users. This ensures the platform's sustainability and empowers Malawian authorities to fully utilize the risk information for informed decision-making. a. Hands-on training on the Risk Atlas Database Training of the Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DODMA) ICT team to install and utilise the Risk Atlas Database held in Salima, Malawi, from June 3-7, 2024. b. Exposure and Vulnerability Data The exposure and vulnerability work was delivered to the client and presented in a dedicated training session in November 2023. GEM Contributes to Multi-Hazard Risk Assessment Progress in Malawi The Global Earthquake Model (GEM) Foundation actively participated in a Multi-Hazard Risk Assessment workshop held in Salima, Malawi, from June 3-7, 2024. This collaborative effort involved the Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DODMA) as the host, alongside the International Centre for Environmental Monitoring (CIMA Research Foundation), Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS), and the British Geological Survey (BGS). 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Projects NEAM-COMMITMENT North-Eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean Tsunami Risk Management and Planning Versión en español English version Share Facebook X (Twitter) LinkedIn Overview Anchor 1 Background NEAM-COMMITMENT aims to improve tsunami risk management and planning in the NEAM region. It endeavors to contribute primarily to two key components of tsunami risk governance: capacity building through tsunami hazard assessment and mapping at the national scale, and improved tsunami evacuation planning at the local level through a novel multi-hazard approach. Guidelines will be drafted for the methodologies applied to develop the national tsunami inundation and local tsunami evacuation maps to contribute to improved tsunami risk management planning. Duration: 2025 - 2027 More details: https://civil-protection-knowledge-network.europa.eu/projects/neam-commitment#inpage-section-description Objectives The project has two objectives: to develop national tsunami inundation maps in Cyprus, Greece and Spain through the methodology applied to produce tsunami inundation maps for evacuation planning in Italy, aiming to achieve compatible tsunami inundation maps across the NEAM region; to address the need for a multi-hazard approach for effective tsunami evacuation management to complement existing tsunami evacuation management guidelines. The proposed new approach focuses on multi-hazard cascading effects concerning tsunami evacuation and emergency management and will be piloted in local sites in Greece and Italy. Collaborators NATIONAL OBSERVATORY OF ATHENS Greece Coordinator National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV), Italy Fundación hidráulica ambiental de Cantabria, Spain Higher Institute for Environmental Protection and Research (ISPRA), Italy Global Earthquake Model (GEM) Foundation, Italy University of Malaga, Spain Municipality of Lipari, Italy Academy of Athens, Greece The General Secretariat for Civil Protection - Greece Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment of Cyprus Funding partner: Union Civil Protection Mechanism (UCPM) Location Southern Europe

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GEM’s Public Sponsorship Scheme provides public institutions with access to state-of-the-art hazard, exposure, and risk models, as well as opportunities for training, technical collaboration, and participation in strategic initiatives. In addition to leveraging GEM’s expertise and resources, public sponsors gain valuable connections with private sector leaders and academic institutions worldwide, strengthening partnerships and promoting knowledge exchange. By supporting GEM, public institutions can enhance their risk assessment capabilities, contribute to global disaster risk reduction efforts, and help build a more resilient future. Public sponsors can choose from three levels of engagement: Note: the minimum fees in the table below apply only to sponsors who sign up for three years or more. Sponsor Type Annual Minimum Contribution (k EUR) Voting Rights Attends Meetings and Events Other Benefits Governor Plus* 100k Yes Yes Option to assign up to 50% of sponsorship fees to a collaborative project (subject to GB approval) Membership to annual work-plan steering group Governor** 30k Yes Yes Governor*** ( via the Partnership Opportunity Application ) N/A Yes Yes Collaborative project with GEM Secretariat (subject to Governing Board approval) Governor Plus* – A premier sponsorship tier offering full engagement in GEM’s governance and strategic initiatives, with the option to allocate up to 50% the sponsorship fees to a specific collaborative project, and to be a member of the annual work-plan steering group. Governor** – A standard sponsorship level that grants voting rights on the Governing Board, access to GEM’s data, tools, and meetings, and participation in decision-making processes. Governor (via the Partnership Opportunity Application)*** – A merit-based sponsorship awarded to select public institutions based on their contributions to seismic risk reduction. Instead of financial contributions, these organisations provide strategic value through expertise, data sharing, or capacity-building efforts. Application Form Partner with GEM: Private Sponsorship Opportunities Join a global network of industry leaders advancing seismic risk assessment and resilience. GEM’s Private Sponsorship Scheme offers exclusive access to advanced hazard, exposure, and risk models, along with tailored training and collaboration opportunities. Sponsors can choose from different levels of engagement, including Governor, Advisor, and Small Business Advisor Sponsor, each offering unique benefits. In addition to direct access to GEM’s cutting-edge resources, private sponsors can engage with leading public institutions and academic partners worldwide, exchanging knowledge and contributing to meaningful advancements in earthquake risk reduction. By supporting GEM, private companies can enhance their risk management strategies, gain valuable insights, and contribute to a safer, more resilient world. Private Sponsor Types and Contributions: Note: the minimum fees in the table below apply only to sponsors who sign up for three years or more. Sponsor Type Annual Minimum Contribution (k EUR) Voting Rights Attends Meetings and Events Other Benefits Governor 100 Yes Yes Membership to annual work-plan steering group Advisor 75 Yes Yes Small Business Advisor Sponsor Option 1: Small Business Advisor Sponsor 35 No No Option 2: Start-up Business Advisor Sponsor 25/50/75* No No Option 3: Shared Advisor Sponsor 75 No No Option 1: Small Business Advisor Sponsor - for businesses of <20 employees and revenue of < 3M euro per year. The fees are 35k euro per year for a minimum of three years. If the number of employees or revenue exceed the threshold amount in a given year, the fees for subsequent years increase to the Standard Advisor level of 75K euros/year. These criteria must hold for full duration of the sponsorship. Option 2: Start-up Business Advisor Sponsor - for businesses of <20 employees and revenue of < 3M euro per year that anticipate growth in subsequent years. The fees are 150K for a three-year commitment, with contributions of 25K, 50K and 75K in respective years. If growth is not realized in the third year (i.e., does not exceed the employee and revenue limit), the fees for the final year revert to those for Small Business Advisor Sponsor (35,000 euro per year). Option 3: Shared Advisor Sponsor - for businesses of <20 employees and revenue of < 3M euro per year. The fees are 75K per year for three years pooled between up to three small business organizations. One organization is designated as the focal point for communication with GEM and participation in meetings. These criteria must hold for all partners for the full duration of the sponsorship. Opportunity Public Sector Partnership Opportunity with the GEM Foundation Important Dates Overview The Global Earthquake Model (GEM) Foundation is committed to advancing earthquake risk assessment, modeling, and mitigation efforts worldwide. As part of our mission to strengthen global collaboration, we are offering a unique opportunity for public organizations to join GEM’s Governing Board as Public Governors. While GEM’s Public Governors typically contribute annual sponsorship fees, selected public sector partners under this opportunity will instead be granted Public Governor status (for a period of 3 years) based purely on merit, strategic alignment, and contributions to seismic risk reduction. Through this partnership, Public Governors will gain access to GEM’s global network, research, and tools, contributing to and benefiting from the advancement of earthquake risk knowledge. We invite interested public organizations to submit a proposal outlining their commitment and potential contributions to GEM’s mission using the template provided below. Process Deadline Submission of Application 23:59, 24th May 2025 Scoring of applications by GEM Selection Committee 15th June 2025 Discussion of ranked applications at the GEM Governing Board Meeting 26th - 27th June 2025 Possible requests for further information Jul - Aug 2025 Selection of winning applicant(s) end of Sept 2025 Approval of winning applicant(s) at GEM Governing Board meeting 4th - 5th Dec 2025 (TBC) Fill in the form below to download the Application Template Applicant Information PublicGEMOpp-2025 Deadline: May 24, 2025 Application Template OK Latest Opportunity Updates Last updated on: March 14, 2025 at 8:44:20 AM A webinar to present Public Partnership Opportunities with the GEM Foundation is set for Thursday April 10, 2025 at 13:00 CEST. This will also be an occasion to ask questions related to the Call for Applications. Opportunity ID Current and Previous Awardees Deadline Year Instructions PublicGEMOpp-2025 Applications still open by 23:59 hrs (CEST) on 24th May 2025 2025 - 2028 Download Download the instructions from the table above and click on the row to download the application template. Why We Support GEM Sibylle Steimen Private Allianz Allianz is committed to apply science to understand, manage and estimate the costs of natural hazards. We see the engagement with GEM as a great opportunity to expand our network of partners with whom we want to push the boundaries of understanding natural perils worldwide Heidi Tremayne Public Earthquake Engineering Research Insitute-EERI As a non-government organization committed to increasing earthquake resilience in communities worldwide, we applaud GEM's efforts to make critical data and tools available to the scientific community and to the public at large. The new global hazard and risk models will undoubtedly help us better understand and prepare for earthquakes, and we look forward to incorporating them into our ongoing advocacy efforts. Daniela Di Bucci Public Civil Protection Department - Italy As a public sponsor of GEM, we are proud to support the development of the new global earthquake hazard and risk models, which will help us better understand and prepare for the impacts of earthquakes on our communities and economies. 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 ... 5

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News GEM at UR24: Advancing Global Resilience through Collaborative Efforts By: Jun 25, 2024 Jun 25, 2024 Share Facebook X (Twitter) LinkedIn The Global Earthquake Model (GEM) Foundation showcased its leadership in seismic hazard and risk assessment at the Understanding Risk Global Forum 2024 (UR24) held in Himeji, Japan from June 16-21, and organised by the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR). This event provided an invaluable platform for GEM to share insights, promote collaboration, and reinforce global resilience against geohazards. Building a Global Community for Geohazards Risk Assessment On June 20, GEM concluded its activities with a successful focus day session titled "What about Geohazards? Building a Global Community for Hazard and Risk Assessment." Convened by John Schneider, Senior Advisor, GEM; Malaika Ulmi, Geological Survey of Canada; and Gill Jolly, GNS Science NZ, this session brought together experts from organisations such as USAID, USGS, GNS Science, PHIVOLCS, and NASA. It built upon the discussions from the June 18th session, "What About Geohazards? The State of Practice in Risk Assessment and Needs for Improvement at National to Sub-National Level," where contributions from Nicolas Pondard (The World Bank) and Renato Solidum (Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology, Philippines) were crucial. The June 20th session focused on establishing a globally coordinated network to improve access to information and expertise in geohazards risk assessment and promote collaboration to strengthen capacities in developing countries. There was widespread interest from attendees for such an initiative, highlighting the importance of a committed community of experts working together to drive significant advancements in understanding and mitigating natural hazard risks. Exploring Future Directions for Disaster Scenarios Another key session, "Can ‘Seeing’ the Future Help us Change it?", organised by GeoHazards International and featuring GEM’s Helen Crowley, underscored the power of disaster scenarios. The session demonstrated how co-producing scenarios with stakeholders can help connect technical understanding of risk with locally sustainable actions, including new policies, mitigation, and preparedness. Key takeaways included the importance of effective co-creation with communities, leveraging recent research insights, and transforming scenarios into practical and actionable mitigation strategies. First Day Success and Continued Engagement On the first day of UR24, GEM Secretary General Helen Crowley played a key role in two significant sessions: the plenary session "Richter Resilience: Advancing Seismic Protection Worldwide" and "Symphony of Tradition and Innovation: Orchestrating Global Resilience in Diverse Communities", organised by ImageCat. Both sessions addressed crucial aspects of earthquake resilience, combining tradition with modern advancements to foster a resilient future. Watch Helen’s plenary presentation below. Engagement at the Exhibition Booth Throughout the forum, GEM maintained a strong presence at booth S7, where attendees could engage with GEM's Product Manager, Andres Abarca, and earthquake experts, including Marco Pagani, Head of Seismic Hazards. The booth showcased GEM’s latest tools and methodologies for earthquake hazard and risk assessment, providing valuable insights into driving global earthquake preparedness and resilience. From left: Marco Pagani, Helen Crowley, Andres Abarca and John Schneider UR24 has underscored GEM's commitment to global collaboration and innovation in geohazards risk assessment. Through its active participation and leadership, GEM continues to pave the way for a more resilient future against seismic threats. For updated information on GEM's activities at UR24 - photos, available videos, and other resources - visit the GEM UR24 event page or contact GEM directly: communication@globalquakemodel.org . No images found. GALLERY 1/17 VIDEO RELATED CONTENTS

News Nigel Priestley Seminar 2018 By: Jul 12, 2018 Share Facebook X (Twitter) LinkedIn The Fourth International Nigel Priestley Seminar took place on May 24 and 25 within the premises of the CAR College Auditorium in Pavia. The Seminar is named in honour of Prof. Nigel Priestley, co-founder of the ROSE School in 2001. The Seminar is an occasion for Master and PhD students of the Understanding and Managing Extremes (UME) Graduate School of the IUSS (Istituto Universitario di Studi Superiori) to present and discuss their research work to an audience of international experts in the field of Earthquake Engineering, Engineering Seismology and Hydrological, Weather, Geological, Chemical and Environmental Risks. On May 25 Alejandro Calderón, Physical Risk Engineer at GEM, delivered a presentation titled “Towards a Unified Earthquake Loss Assessment Model for Central America and the Caribbean”, which he also presented in Greece in June at the 16th European Conference on Earthquake Engineering. As part of his doctoral research, Alejandro is interested in the state of physical earthquake risk in the region of Central America and the Caribbean. Within the framework of the GEM CCARA project, Alejandro contributed in the risk assessment for the region by deriving exposure models for these countries combining census datasets and satellite imagery. The results presented in the seminar included the country earthquake risk profiles for the region that are part of the Global Risk Model currently in development by the GEM Foundation. Each profile contains valuable information about the exposed human and economic capital, the level of earthquake hazard and the expected average annual losses for each country. Alejandro also presented preliminary results on the assessment of possible future risk scenarios for which the spatial distribution of buildings, their structural typologies and earthquake vulnerability were inferred from the construction evolutive process observed in Central America and other regions of the world. In addition to standard presentations on research work carried out within the Programmes of the School, the annual Seminar features also the tradition of inviting a prominent scientist to deliver a keynote lecture on a given contemporary and highly relevant topic in the field of Earthquake Engineering and Engineering Seismology. At this year’s event, the keynote lecture entitled “Twenty-three years from Kobe - Japanese research and practice on collapse, performance, functionality, and resilience” was delivered by Professor Masayoshi Nakashima, Professor at the University of Kyoto. As it is customary at each end of the event, the Seminar concluded with the awarding of a prize to one of the most prominent scientists studying in the field of earthquake engineering. This year, the sixth edition of the ROSE School Prize has been awarded to Professor Anil K. Chopra. Below, an excerpt of the motivation: “Anil K. Chopra, Professor Emeritus at the University of California at Berkeley, is a renowned leader in structural dynamics and earthquake engineering. His work has had a profound influence on the direction of structural engineering research and practice. […] Chopra’s research activities have included studies of structural dynamics, various problems in earthquake analysis and design of buildings, dynamic soil structure interaction, dynamic fluid structure interaction, and earthquake analysis and design of concrete dams. His textbook, Dynamics of Structures: Theory and Applications to Earthquake Engineering, 1995, 2001, 2007, 2012, and 2017 is the most highly regarded and internationally translated textbook in the field of structural dynamics and earthquake engineering. It is considered a must-read book for everybody working in seismic analysis.” No images found. GALLERY 1/0 VIDEO RELATED CONTENTS

News GEM-World Bank project aims to build capacity and risk understanding in Georgia By: Sep 21, 2020 Share Facebook X (Twitter) LinkedIn Urban area in Georgia GEM will implement a 1-year project supported by the World Bank to enhance the understanding of earthquake risk in Georgia. The project is part of efforts to support the government of Georgia to address the following two challenges: (i) the lack of understanding of earthquake risk and the potential impact on people, infrastructure and the economy at large and (ii) the need to reduce the vulnerability of the existing infrastructure, particularly critical emergency response facilities. Using OpenQuake, GEM will assess earthquake risk in Georgia by: Implementing a probabilistic seismic hazard assessment model characterizing ground shaking (frequency and intensity); Improving an exposure model characterizing the location, economic value, occupants and the vulnerability class of the assets exposed to the earthquake hazard; and Estimating a number of earthquake risk metrics critical for disaster risk management. These activities will be performed and developed in close consultation with the local partners of this project. To transfer the knowledge and technology to the local technical experts, a seismic risk workshop will be conducted using a conference call system due the ongoing pandemic. The workshop will comprise the following: Presentation of the main earthquake risk results for Georgia, including the potential benefits in improving the seismic performance of the selected buildings. The audience will span from technical experts to decision makers and other stakeholders. For technical experts, a discussion of the main components of the earthquake risk assessment for Georgia, including the concepts of seismic hazard assessment, vulnerability modelling, exposure modelling and assessment of risk metrics. For technical experts, performing seismic hazard and risk calculations for Georgia, allowing participants to explore the earthquake risk model for Georgia, and reproduce the metrics presented in the first module. Watch out for future updates on GEM’s social media channels – , and . No images found. GALLERY 1/1 Gallery VIDEO RELATED CONTENTS