Adaptation
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- News 7 December 2023 TNA IV countries moving on to barrier analysis and enabling frameworks A group of Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are well on their way to developing concrete action plans for climate technology implementation. As part of the fourth round of the global Technology Needs Assessment project (TNA) the fifteen participating countries have now almost all prioritized their key sectors and climate technologies for adaptation and mitigation, and have moved on to the crucial second TNA step of identifying barriers to increased…
- News 6 December 2023 COP28: Technology needs and the Global Stocktake Climate Technology is a key part of the global stocktake, and the alignment of Technology Needs Assessments (TNAs) with climate commitments was the hot topic at an official COP28 side event this week. The Global Stocktake is a crucial part of this year’s COP28 as it will assess collective progress towards the Paris Agreement’s long-term goals. The "Accelerating NDC Implementation and Addressing Global Stocktake Outcomes Through TNAs" event focused on the integration of TNAs with Nationally…
- News 30 November 2023 Meet UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre at COP28 Together with our partners, UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre joins the efforts to prevent global temperatures from rising above 1.5C and protect our planet and people from the intensifying impacts of climate change. COP28 marks the conclusion of the first Global Stocktake, the main mechanism to assess progress under the Paris Agreement to help align the efforts on climate action and bridge the gaps in progress. At COP28, UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre will engage in a broad range of events and…
- Event 29 November 2023 Assessing the Transformational Impact of Climate Actions The concept of transformational change has gained traction among climate change and sustainable development decision makers and practitioners, due to the radical changes required to meet the global goals for climate and sustainable development. This transition involves a fundamental shift from current practices to a new, more sustainable paradigm, encompassing social, economic, and environmental dimensions. This event will delve into the concept of transformational change, with a…
- Event 28 November 2023 Climate Adaptation in Asia-Pacific: Enhancing Coastal Resilience in Bangladesh and Vietnam Climate Change Adaptation is crucial to mitigate the adverse impact of changing climatic conditions on ecosystems, human lives and infrastructures. It involves implementing strategies to enhance resilience, protect biodiversity, ensure food and water security, manage water resources, safeguard infrastructure, and promote economic stability in the face of climate change hazards and disruptions. The Government of Bangladesh has been proactive and adept in climate change adaptation. In order to…
- Event 28 November 2023 UNEP Emissions Gap Report 2023: Informing the Global Stocktake The event will highlight key findings from the Emissions Gap Report 2023, focusing on addressing the emissions gap in 2030 and beyond. UNEP's 14th Emission Gap Report assesses the disparity between current global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions trajectories and the 2030/2035 targets required for achieving the Paris Agreement's temperature goal. Emphasizing the importance of limiting global warming to below 2 degrees, with a preference for 1.5 degrees, the report delves into energy transitions in…
- Event 28 November 2023 Partnering to bridge the Science-Policy for Adaptation Effectiveness Effective climate adaptation requires sound scientific knowledge as a key input to adaptation policies, plans and action. Currently adaptation isn’t yet as effective as it should be due to the lack of knowledge that is innovative, co-created, based on results from action research, and validated in practice. This session will address these issues by clarifying why this is a priority, what is adaptation effectiveness and how knowledge can and should inform better adaptation for increased…
- Event 28 November 2023 Enhancing transparency for climate action Transparency forms the Paris Agreement's backbone, outlined by the Enhanced Transparency Framework for both developed and developing nations. Effective use of Article 6 cooperative approaches necessitates proper accounting, aligning with national transparency frameworks. This event will spotlight successful national practices in establishing such frameworks for mitigation and adaptation, contributing to sustainable development goals and elevating climate ambition globally. It offers a platform…