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Etude de Vulnérabilité Sectorielle face aux changements climatiques au Bénin : Ressources en Eau

January 7, 2019

Ce rapport réalisé dans le cadre de la composante 2 du Projet d’Appui Scientifique aux processus de Plans Nationaux d’Adaptation (PAS-PNA) vise à évaluer la vulnérabilité du secteur eau aux changements climatiques dans le bassin de l’Ouémé, qui abrite environ 40% de la population du Bénin.

Etude de Vulnérabilité Sectorielle face aux changements climatiques au Bénin : Agriculture

January 7, 2019

L'objectif de cette étude est d’évaluer la vulnérabilité de l’agriculture face aux changements climatiques, notamment la vulnérabilité actuelle et future (horizon 2050). Le travail a été réalisé par une équipe interdisciplinaire de chercheurs Béninois avec le soutien technique et scientifique de Climate Analytics, dans le cadre de la composante 2 du Projet d’Appui Scientifique aux processus de Plans Nationaux d’Adaptation (PAS-PNA).

Water Funds: An option to implement Ecosystem-based Adaptation measures (EbA)

January 7, 2019

Through the GIZ Sector Network for Environmental Management and Rural Development (GADeR-ALC) Colombia, Bolivia, Peru and Ecuador came together to develop technical-communication material that shows in a practical way how Water Funds are an option to implement Ecosystem-based Adaptation measures. Water Funds are stable, transparent and long-term financial mechanisms that gather a variety of users as well as public and private actors around a common goal to contribute to water security through Nature-based Solutions and sustainable watershed management.

Intégration des changements climatiques dans le Plan National de Développement du Bénin

December 22, 2018

Le gouvernement du Bénin a adopté en Conseil des Ministres en 2016 la feuille de route de l’élaboration du Plan National de Développement (PND) et du Programme d’Action du Gouvernement (PAG) pour répondre à la vision Bénin Alafia 2025. La dimension environnement et changements climatiques, eu égard de l’enjeu qu’elle constitue pour le développement durable, a été inscrite au nombre des quatre thématiques majeures au coeur du PND 2018-2025.

Documentation of 4th EbA Knowledge Day during CBD COP 14, 26 November 2018 – Sharm El Sheikh

December 18, 2018

4th EbA Knowledge Day - organized by the Secretariat of CBD, GIZ and IUCN at the Rio Conventions Pavilion of CBD COP 14 - convened under the overall theme of ‘Biodiversity conservation and infrastructure development.’ The event included input presentations, panel discussions and a market place showcasing practical examples of nature-based solutions and possibilities how to better align these to engineering-based solutions for disaster and climate resilience.

Fondos de Agua: una alternativa para implementar acciones de Adaptación basada en Ecosistemas – AbE

November 20, 2018

Colombia, Bolivia, Perú y Ecuador a través de la Red Sectorial de Gestión Ambiental y Desarrollo Rural - GADeR-ALC de GIZ se unieron para desarrollar material técnico – comunicacional que muestre de manera práctica cómo los Fondos de Agua son una alternativa para implementar acciones de Adaptación basada en Ecosistemas.

Finanzas innovadoras para la Adaptación basada en Ecosistemas (AbE) – Involucramiento del sector privado (ficha)

October 23, 2018

El documento explica paso a paso la metodología desarrollada por el Programa EbA "Estrategias de Adaptación basada en Ecosistemas en Colombia y Ecuador" para el diseño participativo de mecanismos financieros innovadores que aprovechen las oportunidades financieras locales, de manera que se fenere confianza entre los actores y transparencia a las inversiones.

Cartilla: Soluciones financieras innovadoras para la resiliencia en ciudades

October 23, 2018

Esta publicación busca poner a disposición de las autoridades locales, regionales y nacionales, información sobre el desarrollo e implementación actual de instrumentos financieros innovadores, así como una metodología participativa que permite diseñar de manera colectiva instrumentos financieros a partir de sus componentes jurídico, comercial, financiero, institucional y técnico, así como identificar los retos y oportunidades para su implementación.

Etat des lieux des connaissances scientifiques sur les changements climatiques pour les secteurs des ressources en eau, de l’agriculture et de la zone côtière au Sénégal

October 7, 2018

Cette étude a pour objectif principal de présenter une synthèse sur l’état des connaissances scientifiques existantes sur les changements climatiques au Sénégal. Elle a été réalisée dans le cadre de la composante 2 du Projet d’Appui Scientifique aux processus de Plans Nationaux d’Adaptation (PAS-PNA).

Évaluation des références aux changements climatiques et de leur base scientifique dans les politiques et stratégies au Sénégal

October 7, 2018

Cette étude réalisée dans le cadre de la composante 2 du Projet d’Appui Scientifique aux processus de Plans Nationaux d’Adaptation (PAS-PNA) a pour objectif d’évaluer l’intégration de l’information scientifique et des références scientifiques associées aux changements climatiques dans les politiques et stratégies nationales, sectorielles et locales.

Briefing Note sur l’État des lieux des connaissances scientifiques sur le changement climatique au Bénin

September 30, 2018

Cette note présente un bref état des lieux des connaissances scientifiques sur le changement climatique au Bénin réalisé dans le cadre de la composante 2 du Projet d’Appui Scientifique aux processus de Plans Nationaux d’Adaptation (PAS-PNA).

État des lieux des connaissances scientifiques actuelles sur les impacts, la vulnérabilité, et l’adaptation aux changements climatiques au Bénin

September 29, 2018

Cette revue de littérature a été menée dans le cadre de la composante 2 du Projet d’Appui Scientifique aux processus de Plans Nationaux d’Adaptation (PAS-PNA) afin d’évaluer les connaissances disponibles sur les aléas climatiques et les impacts potentiels des variabilités climatiques sur les systèmes de production du pays afin d’identifier les secteurs où il existe des lacunes dans les connaissances sur la vulnérabilité.

The Role of the NAP Process in Translating NDC Adaptation Goals into Action. Linking NAP processes and NDCs

September 19, 2018

Unless countries chose to amend their INDCs before ratifying the Paris Agreement, these documents became their first nationally determined contributions (NDCs). According to Article 7.9 of the Paris Agreement all Parties shall, as appropriate, engage in the formulation and implementation of national adaptation planning processes, such as the national adaptation plan (NAP) process. This publication is primarily for policymakers, decision-makers and practitioners who are working on climate change adaptation at a national level (e.g. ministries of environment, climate change focal points,and adaptation and sectoral experts).

How integrated monitoring and evaluation systems can help countries address climate impacts

September 17, 2018

This briefing by the International Institute for Environment and Development (iied) shows how governments will need to think differently about how they monitor and evaluate their adaptation initiatives if they want to keep sustainable development on track.

Alignment to Advance Climate-Resilient Development: Introduction to Alignment (OVERVIEW BRIEF 1)

September 6, 2018

This is the first in a series of briefs by the NAP Global Network focusing on alignment of country efforts under the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the Paris Agreement and the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction. This initial brief provides an introduction to the concept of alignment as it relates to these policy processes.

Solutions in Focus: Ecosystem-Based Adaptation from Mountains to Oceans – How people adapt to climate change by using nature

September 5, 2018

Ecosystem-based Adaptation is a topic of global relevance that is implemented successfully in a broad range of countries and ecosystems. A new publication developed by GIZ under the PANORAMA initiative illustrates the diversity of EbA in practice - ‘from mountains to oceans’

Connecting the Dots

July 31, 2018

Drawing on experience in 11 countries and the European Union, this paper provides core elements and concrete examples for jointly advancing these agendas, with a focus on five challenges: coordinating institutions, aligning national climate and SDG-relevant targets, mainstreaming both set of goals into policy planning, optimizing financial resources, and building mutually reinforcing monitoring and reporting frameworks.

La comunidad de práctica de AbE

June 29, 2018

La comunidad internacional de práctica sobre la AbE tiene por objetivo el intercambio del conocimiento y de la experiencia y el aprendizaje mutuo sobre la adaptación basada en ecosistemas (AbE) más allá de proyectos, instituciones y fronteras regionales. El propósito es desarrollar el enfoque AbE, dar a conocer lecciones aprendidas y buenas prácticas para diseñar e implementar la AbE con el fin de ayudar a la gente a adaptarse a los efectos adversos del cambio climático.

Climate Risk Assessment for Ecosystem-based Adaptation – a guidebook for planners and practitioners

June 20, 2018

A guidebook developed by GIZ in collaboration with Eurac Research and United Nations University - Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS) helps planners and practitioners in designing and implementing climate risk assessments in the context of Ecosystem-based Adaptation projects.

NAP Country Case Study Grenada

June 15, 2018

Finance options and instruments for Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA): Overview and compilation of ten examples

June 13, 2018

The report provides an overview of available financing sources to implement and sustain EbA measures. It highlights ten practical and illustrative examples to inspire project developers and practitioners interested in exploring different ways to access resources and engagement models for EbA financing.

Entry Points for Mainstreaming Ecosystem-Based Adaptation: The Case of South Africa

June 8, 2018

This case study from South Africa was developed by GIZ as part of a series which summarizes promising policy entry points and governance structures for EbA mainstreaming at policy and practitioner level. It provides five examples that illustrate the diversity of initiatives that support the mainstreaming of EbA but also show existing barriers.

Entry Points for Mainstreaming Ecosystem-Based Adaptation: The Case of the Philippines

June 8, 2018

This case study from the Philippines was developed by GIZ as part of a series which summarizes promising policy entry points and governance structures for EbA mainstreaming at policy and practitioner level. The study also provides further opportunities and recommendations how to strengthen EbA in policy and practice in the long run.

Entry Points for Mainstreaming Ecosystem-Based Adaptation: The Case of Peru

June 8, 2018

This case study from Peru was developed by GIZ as part of a series which summarizes promising policy entry points and governance structures for EbA mainstreaming at policy and practitioner level. It provides four examples that illustrate the diversity of initiatives that support the mainstreaming of EbA but also show existing barriers.

Entry Points for Mainstreaming Ecosystem-Based Adaptation: The Case of Mexico

June 8, 2018

This case study from Mexico was developed by GIZ as part of a series which summarizes promising policy entry points and governance structures for EbA mainstreaming at policy and practitioner level. It provides three examples that illustrate the diversity of initiatives that support the mainstreaming of EbA but also show existing barriers.

How does climate change affect human mobility?

June 6, 2018

The IPCC confirms that human mobility does not have a single cause but rather emerges from multiple factors. These include poverty and demographic pressure, bad governance, depletion of natural resources or armed conflicts and violence. Economic reasons, especially regional income disparities between rural and urban areas, remain the most significant drivers of move-ment. However, climate change is an additional driver.

Documentation of the 3rd EbA Knowledge Day – 7 May 2018 in Bonn

May 16, 2018

Moving from pilots to mainstreaming – opportunities and challenges of scaling up Ecosystem-based Adaptation: As a UNFCCC SB48 side event, the 3rd EbA Knowledge Day brought together UN negotiators, policy makers, practicioners, researchers and donors working on issues relevant to climate adaptation, ecosystem management and human resilience.

NAP Country Case Study Togo

April 4, 2018

NAP Country Case Study Thailand

April 4, 2018

This case study was developed as part of a series on the national adaptation planning (NAP) process in selected countries, looking at specific climate risks as well as the governance structure and policy framework. It provides an update on the current NAP process, showing first lessons learned and giving an outlook on the next steps to be taken in the iterative NAP process, considering how it contributes to reaching national adaptation goals.

NAP Country Case Study Albania

April 4, 2018

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