Katie Towey

Katie Towey, a hydrometeorological hazard expert at MSCI ESG Research, highlights the physical risks of reshoring U.S. manufacturing. She discusses how water scarcity and extreme heat can impact semiconductor facilities, particularly in California and Arizona. The conversation uncovers the challenges companies face in choosing locations while grappling with climate-driven hazards. Towey also touches on the broader implications of extreme weather on supply chains, revealing the fragility of manufacturing in disaster-prone areas.