Climate Guides for US Makers

In partnership with the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) and Etsy, Nest is proud to share two resources for US makers. As we face more frequent and costly climate disasters, we want to empower creative entrepreneurs with the resources needed to protect your small business. 

Nest Responding to Climate Disasters in partnership with Environmental Defense Fund.

Post-disaster support for makers + artisans

In the wake of a disaster, it can be difficult to know what to do or where to turn for help.

That is why Nest, in partnership with the EDF and with support from Etsy, developed Responding to Climate Disasters: A Disaster Recovery Guidebook, a comprehensive guide to the post-disaster resources available to small business owners.

Climate change is one of the most pressing global challenges of our time, affecting ecosystems, economies, and communities in the US and worldwide.

A Nest survey of global artisan businesses found that 3 out of every 10 handcraft business leaders have experienced extreme weather events that adversely affected their operations and the individuals who worked for them between 2019 and 2022.

Nest Building Climate Resilience in partnership with Environmental Defense Fund.

Climate Resilience for Small Handcraft Businesses

Recognizing the increasing effects of climate change on small businesses, Nest is committed to providing helpful resources to US makers before a disaster strikes.

The Building Climate Resilience: A Disaster Preparedness Guidebook is designed to provide you with practical information, resources, and step-by-step guidance to navigate the complex landscape of climate resilience and disaster preparation.

Extreme weather events and ongoing climate-related stresses, such as sea-level rise and changing temperature patterns, are becoming more common in many communities, posing unique challenges for business protection, especially for small, home-based operations.