The Earthquake Commission (EQC) is New Zealand’s unique response to its geological environment. EQC provides insurance cover for damage to residential property caused by earthquakes, landslips, volcanic eruptions, hydrothermal activity and tsunamis. All New Zealanders with home and/or contents insurance automatically receive EQ Cover. Other key functions include: Administering the Natural Disaster Fund, facilitating and supporting research to help build understanding of natural disasters and how to mitigate damage, and implementing education initiatives using school programmes, advertising and collateral. Disclaimer: EQC encourages discussion and engagement through our LinkedIn page, however we request that you are respectful of other users and we reserve the right to remove any content deemed to be inappropriate and/or offensive.