
The Idea
The Adaptation Exchange was born out of the Handelsblatt Conference “Corporate Climate Adaptation” in October 2025.
In the weeks and months that followed, we developed the Founding Charter together with pioneers from across the climate resilience economy, drawing on feedback from more than 40 organisations. We are deeply thankful for the trust, thoughtful input and early commitment that have helped shape this initiative from the very beginning.

Daniel Schmitz-Remberg
Founder, DSR & Partners · Initiator & Secretariat of the Adaptation Exchange
Our Members
The value of the Adaptation Exchange comes from the diversity of its members - connected in one trusted space. With the Founding Members we are only starting. The Adaptation Exchange is a relevant platform for all, who want to make a difference in becoming more resilient:

CORPORATES
Organisations facing climate exposure across operations, supply chains and value chains and want to leverage opportunities, too.

FINANCE & INSURANCE
Banks and insurers translating portfolio risk & opportunities into dialogue with clients and shaping demand signals for the adaptation economy.

SOLUTION PROVIDERS
Tech companies, consultancies and service providers gaining visibility, credibility and market positioning in a growing field.

START-UPS & INNOVATORS
Climate adaptation ventures connecting with corporates and investors. Shape the adaptation economy and get access to relevant market players.

ACADEMIA & EXPERTS
Selected researchers, think tanks and policy experts are invited to contribute expertise to working groups.