The City of Dagupan is undergoing an economic  renaissance; it is experiencing dynamic economic  growth, particularly in the service industry; and it  holds a position as the nucleus of a larger economic  zone that includes many towns in the Pangasinan  Province. It is the regional center for commerce,  education, and health services, with hospitals,  universities, and a cross-sector of businesses and  culture. The city government’s operational budget  has increased, showing strength in its ability to  provide services to residents. The fast-growing  service economy is bringing benefits to the people  of Dagupan City. However, to ensure continued  economic health and the safety of Dagupan’s  residents in the face of climate change, it is  important to understand key climate vulnerabilities  and build resilience where it matters most. This  report describes climate vulnerabilities in the  Dagupan metro area and makes recommendations  designed to help provide a pathway that balances  economic growth in the service economy with a  sustainable blue economy that relies on healthy  natural resources and benefits all citizens of  Dagupan. 

The CORVI risk analysis for Dagupan City highlights  a vulnerable coastal and marine ecosystem, with  Climate (7.56) and Geology/Water (7.13) having  the highest risk scores overall. Following this is  the successive ranking of Economics (6.63),  Infrastructure (6.33), and Major Industries  (6.04) at medium-high risks, emphasizing the risk  to the local economy, housing, employment, and  infrastructure from extreme climate events. Among  the political risks, Stability (5.51) ranks highest  due to strong dependence on climate-vulnerable  industries and highly vulnerable populations.