ALM UNDP

Output 1.1. Risk and vulnerability assessments conducted and updated at national level;
Output 1.2 Targeted population groups covered by adequate risk reduction systems;
Output 1.3 Targeted population groups participating in adaptation and risk reduction awareness activities; and
Output 2.2 Vulnerable physical, natural and social assets strengthened in response to climate change impacts, including variability.
Output 2.4. Targeted individual and community livelihood strategies strengthened in relation to climate change impacts, including variability

As detailed in the Adaptation Fund Proposal - Cook Islands - resubmission Oct 2011

• Output 1.1. Risk and vulnerability assessments conducted and updated at national level
• Output 1.2 Targeted population groups covered by adequate risk reduction systems
• Output 1.3 Targeted population groups participating in adaptation and risk reduction awareness activities
• Output 2.2 Vulnerable physical, natural and social assets strengthened in response to climate change impacts, including variability

1. Innovative copying mechanisms and practices (rain water harvesting, improved irrigation techniques, climate-resilient cropping and grazing systems, livelihood diversification…) field- tested in 5 high-risks areas;

2. Early warning and climate risk management systems designed and set up at central and local levels; Agriculture-related policies and practices revised and informed by EWS and climate information; Farmers, pastoralists and technical staff fully trained and equipped on CRM tools, strategies and practices;

3. National menu of best practices available; Successful pilot mechanisms and measures institutionalized; and National budget allocated to support country-wide upscaling efforts.

1. Enhanced early warning system which allows for climate change predictions. System in place to integrate climate change risk assessment and socio-economic parameters such as impacts on livelihoods and economic activities. Data coordination network is established through inter-agency coordination mechanism for hydro-meteorological information. Data is currently managed across departments without a central coordination mechanism. Disaster response plans are prepared and capacity to implement them is developed.
2. Science/Policy exchange forum is established through interchange platform between hydro-climatic network and policy makers Policy briefs and analysis for planners, policy makers and field actors to guide them in making decisions on adaptation strategies. Particularly related to water management and agricultural practices.
3. Land use management practices adjusted for anticipated climate change risks Capacity development program for communities formulated based a CC adaptation capacity needs assessment conducted during the PPG. Communities trained according to the capacity development program. Communities and policy makers sensitized with CC adaptation benefits to be attained through enhanced catchment management practices. Results of demonstrations distilled as experience notes for dissemination to policy makers. Adaptation policy adopted for the land use planning at the targeted area.
4. Development and dissemination of lessons learned for policy makers and for communities through out the project. Training plan developed and implemented for relevant stakeholders for uptake of lessons learned and engagement in the various project components. Platform for national learning and sustainability established.