About

Earthquakes and Megacities Initiative, Inc. (EMI) is an international non-profit scientific organization focused on urban disaster risk reduction and resilience planning for megacities and fast-growing urban areas. It was established in 1998 as an international scientific initiative and incorporated in the Philippines as a non-stock, non-profit organization in 2003.

The organization works with governments, international institutions, and cities to develop risk assessments, disaster risk management frameworks, and urban resilience strategies. Its activities include scientific research, capacity building, and technical support for climate and disaster risk management in urban environments.