Discussion series: “Entry points for mainstreaming Ecosystem-based Adaptation”
Two online sessions discuss entry points for mainstreaming adaptation by providing two sets of examples. The first set of case studies is on Peru and South Africa. The second one focuses on Vietnam, Mexico and the Philippines.
Video: “Qué es la adaptación basada en ecosistemas?”

El video explica el concepto de Adaptación basada en los Ecosistemas (AbE). Introduce a ejemplos prácticos y explica la relevancia de la AbE en el contexto de la política internacional y nacional.
Video: “Adaptation and Blue Carbon in Mexico”

The project “Adaptation and Blue Carbon” is the first adaptation project funded by the national Climate Change Fund created by the General Law of Climate Change.
La comunidad de práctica de AbE

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

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

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

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

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

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.
Valoración de los beneficios, costes e impactos de medidas de adaptación basadas en ecosistemas (AbE)

Resumen: Este libro guía ofrece asistencia a los planificadores de adaptación en aumentar la conciencia, el conocimiento y la capacidad para valorar los costes, beneficios e impactos de medidas de adaptación basadas en ecosistemas (AbE) en comparación (y combinación) con las medidas grises. Combina la información sobre la teoría de valoración y métodos con 40 ejemplos del mundo real, así como los pasos prácticos para encargar, diseñar e implementar los estudios de valoración de AbE.