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Biodiversity
Review of Existing and Planned Adaptation Action
Submitted by andrea on Wed, 2011-12-07 09:00Year:
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Adapting to Climate Change: UNDP-GEF Initiatives Financed by LDCF, SCCF and SPA
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 2011-11-02 00:42Year:
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The Report showcases the UNDP-GEF adaptation portfolio, focusing on both the principles underlying the UNDP-GEF approach to adaptation programming and the key processes involved in removing barriers to successful adaptation measures. The report highlights emerging achievements of UNDP-GEF initiatives around the world and explores the future of low-emission climate-resilient development.
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ALM's Adaptation Knowledge Needs Survey: A Synthesis Report
Submitted by andrea on Mon, 2011-08-29 09:02Year:
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The 2010 Adaptation Knowledge Needs Survey was conducted to assess the current state of knowledge needs for CCA in order to identify knowledge needs and gaps to further the understanding of climate change impacts, vulnerabilities, and innovative adaptation approaches; and to identify key services (e.g. training workshops, seminars, newsletters, etc.) to facilitate knowledge exchange on current adaptation practices and lessons learned. The survey was made available in English, French and Spanish.
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SPC-GIZ Coping with Climate Change in the Pacific Islands Project
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National Advisory Committee on Climate Change, Agriculture, Livestock, Environment, Meteorology, Hydrology, ForestrySummary:
Pacific-German Regional Programme Coping with Climate Change in the Pacific Island Region VANUATU COMPONENT
Quick Facts: Project Duration: 01/2009 -12/2015
Implementation Partner: Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) & Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
Project Countries: Vanuatu + 11 other PICs
Funded by: German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)
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Objective
The overall objective of the programme is that ‘the capacities of regional organisations in the Pacific Islands region and its member states to adapt to climate change and mitigate its causes are strengthened’.
Main Components
To achieve the objective, the following six components have been collaboratively developed, under which national programme activities will be aligned.
- Component 1: Strengthening regional advisory and management capacity
- Component 2: Mainstreaming climate considerations and adaptations strategies
- Component 3: Implementing adaptation and mitigation measures
- Component 4: Sustainable tourism and climate change
- Component 5: Sustainable energy management
- Component 6: Climate change and education
The Vanuatu CCCPIR programme has actively been engaged in components 2, 3 and 6 since 2009, and will expand its focus to cover Components 4 & 5 in January 2012.
Expected Outputs:
Demonstration activities being trialled and evaluated for upscaling in the Pilot Sites include: Coastal & Hillside Erosion Control Measures through Forestry, Soil Enhancement & Composting, Innovative Farming Systems, Crop Diversity Trails for Climate Resilience, Adapted Farming System designs for CC Resilience, Livestock Breeding Trials for CC Resilience, and Integrated Agriculture & Livestock Systems
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Dr Christopher Bartlett
Email: Christopher.Bartlett@giz.de
Phone: (+678) 5552187 / 29594
SPC/GIZ Pacific-German Regional Programme Coping with Climate Change in the Pacific Island Region
PO Box 306, Port Vila, Vanuatu
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in processPrimary Beneficiaries:
The communities in the pilot areas.
Canada's Fifth National Communication on Climate Change
Submitted by ayesha on Sat, 2011-07-30 14:15
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This communication describes the progress Canada has made in implementing its commitments under the UN- FCCC and the Kyoto Protocol in supporting actions in Canada and internationally to address climate change. It provides an update of Canadian circumstances and policies and measures from 2006 (the end of the period covered by the Fourth National Communication) up to April 2009.
Adaptation Learning Mechanism - Introductory Video
Submitted by andrea on Wed, 2011-03-09 05:04Video:
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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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UNDP Yemen - Biodiversity and Livelihoods
Submitted by naomi.sleeper on Tue, 2010-11-16 22:27
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In Yemen, UNDP worked with local people and the Government in planning for the rehabilitation of a valuable and fragile ecosystem, the Aden Wetlands. Along with promoting new environmental legislation as well as awareness of the Wetlands importance in Yemens economy and environment, the project focused on sustainable livelihoods for the people who live there. For example, the project revived indigenous practices such as soap, vinegar and seed button production.
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UNDP-GEF Community Based Adaptation Project in Niger
Submitted by Ajose on Fri, 2010-10-08 13:54
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These photos are taken from the UNDP-GEF CBA project in Niger.
UNFCCC Workshop - Apia, Samoa, March 2010
Submitted by andrea on Fri, 2010-10-08 13:00
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Collaboration among Regional Centres and Networks with a view to facilitating the development, dissemination and application of methods and tools, data and observations, and climate scenarios
Integration of ecosystems and adaptation to climate change in the Colombian Massif
Submitted by JulianneBG on Wed, 2010-06-09 06:08
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Ten percent of Colombia’s territory is made up of protected areas and 28% is indigenous ”resguardos” , representing a challenge for local and national governance. To date, over 40% of the ecosystems have undergone dramatic and serious change. According to the Institute of Environmental Studies (IDEAM) in 2000, 25% of municipal headwaters showed signs of water shortage and this figure is expected to rise to 55% in 2015, especially in the Colombian Andes where 80% of the national population is concentrated.
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This programme will strengthen the coordination and integration of environmental issues within the national development agenda, with an emphasis on reducing vulnerability due to environmental degradation and climate change in the poorest and most affected sectors and groups
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The expected Programme Results are directly linked to those set out by the UNDP-Spain MDG Achievement Fund. The proposal examines initiatives aimed at prioritizing environmental issues in national policy/planning frameworks, improving local management of natural resources and the provision of goods and services, and improving local climate change adaptation capabilities. All of these will be based on national progress made in this domain, institutional commitment and the country’s own conditions which on the one hand generate major opportunities and on the other hand high vulnerability for the ecosystems and in particular people, jeopardizing our ability to achieve the millennium goals.
Outcome 1: Environmental issues are integrated into national planning policies, strategies and instruments to facilitate attainment of the MDGs. 1.1 Tools that facilitate incorporation of the environmental dimension into the national planning processes and the National Poverty Eradication Strategy. 1.2 Development of a National Strategy for integrated water resources management supported. 1.3 Institutional framework established along with public policies for reducing the negative effects of climate change. * **Outcome 2**: Comprehensive management of the ecosystems is improved in the strategic ecoregion of the Colombian Massif, allowing the sustainable use of natural resources. 2.1 The capacities of the ecoregion of the Massif are strengthened to achieve environmental governance. 2.2 The capacities of departments and municipalities are strengthened in terms of water management, sanitation and administration of water resources with consideration of climate change mitigation and adaptation. 2.3 Integrated management and sustainable use of natural resources are improved with community participation. * **Outcome 3**: Local institutional and community capacities are strengthened in the strategic ecoregion of the Colombian Massif to adapt to climate change. 3.1 Evaluation of vulnerability and adaptation strategies incorporated into the regional land use planning tools. 3.2 Pilot adaptation measures for productive systems (agricultural and livestock) developed and implemented to ensure food security. 3.3 Pilot adaptation measures developed and implemented in areas vulnerable to the intensification of disasters caused by climate change.
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Bruno Moro bruno.moro@undp.org Juan Ignacio Arango juan.arango@undp.org Luis Olmedo Martinez UNDP - United Nations Development Programme luisz.olmedo.martinez@undp.org Dario Fajardo FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations dario.fajardo@fao.org.co
