Adaptation Learning Mechanism - Introductory Video

Submitted by andrea on Wed, 2011-03-09 05:04
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The ALM provides a common platform for sharing and learning; it bridges knowledge gaps by bringing relevant knowledge and stakeholders together to exchange information, experiences and expertise. It also complements the wide range of adaptation knowledge networks and initiatives already underway.

View this 3 minute video for a quick introduction to the ALM and the necessity for increased efforts on harnessing knowledge on climate change adaptation.

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Adaptation Learning Mechanism

Energy Efficiency Project

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  • Project details

  • Implementing Agency:
    World Bank
    Implementing Agency and Partnering Organizations:
    World Bank, Argentine Republic
    Summary:

    The development objective of the Energy Efficiency Project is to increase the efficiency in the use of energy by developing a sustainable and growing market for energy efficiency services and equipment in Argentina.

    The project consists of three components: the first is development of the Argentina Energy Efficiency Fund.
    This includes two activities: (a) the development of a pipeline of energy efficiency projects, to be financed through a grant facility; and (b) the development of the Argentina Energy Efficiency Fund (AEEF).

    Project Status:
    Active
    Project Details
    Funding Source:
    World Bank
    Cofinancing Total:
    15,155,000.00
    Total Amounts:
    99,400,000.00

Global Network on Water and Development Information in Arid lands (G-WADI)

  • Project details

  • Implementing Agency and Partnering Organizations:
    UNESCO, FAO, WMO, SAHRA, IAEA, OSS, IAH, ESA, IRD, DFID
    Summary:

    Following a decision at the 15th session of the The International Hydrological Programme (IHP) and a subsequent meeting of international experts in December 2002, UNESCO supported the establishment of a Global Network on Water Resources Management in Arid and Semi-arid Zones by bringing together an international group of experts to develop the concept, objectives, and an outline of the Network.

    Project Components:

    G-WADI's mission is to strengthen the capacity to manage the water resources of arid and semi-arid areas around the globe through a network of international and regional cooperation.

    Expected Outputs:

    G-WADI aims to strengthen the global capacity to manage the water resources of arid and semi-arid areas. Its primary goal is to build an effective global community through integration of selected existing materials from networks, centers, organizations, and individuals who become members of G-WADI. The network promotes international and regional cooperation in the arid and semi-arid areas.

    Specific objectives include:
    * Improved understanding of the special characteristics of hydrological systems and water management needs in arid areas;
    * Capacity building of individuals and institutions, matching supply with need;
    * Broad dissemination of understanding of water in arid zones to the user community and the public;
    * Sharing data and exchanging experience to support research and sound water management;
    * Raising awareness of advanced technologies for data provision, data assimilation, and system analysis;
    * Promoting integrated basin management and the use of appropriate decision support tools.

    Contacts:

    waterportal@unesco.org

    Project Status:
    Under implementation
    Project Details
    Funding Source:
    UNESCO, DFID, UK
    Financing Amount:
    Information not available
    Cofinancing Total:
    Information not available
    Total Amounts:
    Information not available