Tag: Adaptation
How to meet the needs for climate technology transfer
Research from UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre points to ways to enable future climate action
November 4th, 2022
Adaptation Gap Report: Adapting to climate change must become a global priority
The 2022 Adaptation Gap Report estimates costs are five to ten times greater than current finance flows to developing countries. Unprecedented political will and long-term investments are urgently needed
November 3rd, 2022
Transparency community calls for adaptation
Stepping up monitoring and evaluation of climate change adaptation efforts is needed say participants at ICAT transparency meeting
September 20th, 2022
Sustainable charcoal saves rainforests
The KjuonGo sustainable charcoal reduces deforestation, while supporting local communities with extra income and adaptation to climate change
September 15th, 2022
Promoting rainwater harvesting
Through a new alliance, several publications and video UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre is working with Ugandan partners to promote crucial adaptation tools
September 7th, 2022
New classification of the world’s coastlines to improve climate action
Using global geodata, on-site observations and modelling the Coastal Hazard Wheel can strengthen climate change adaptation
August 31st, 2022
NEW IPCC report: Taking action now can secure our future
Climate change is a threat to human wellbeing and health of the planet, says the latest IPCC report on Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability with contribution from UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre expert.
February 28th, 2022
Step up climate change adaptation efforts, or face huge disruption: UN report
Estimated adaptation costs in developing countries are five to ten times greater than current public adaptation finance flows, while fewer than one third of 66 countries funded COVID-19 recovery measures to address climate risks.
November 4th, 2021
Step up climate change adaptation or face serious human and economic damage
While temperatures rise, financing and implementation of climate adaptation is falling behind. Focus on nature-based solutions and initiatives with real impact on climate risks is needed.
January 14th, 2021
Trinidad and Tobago – an integrated approach to NDCs and TNA
Building on climate action commitments and development strategies, this approach to Technology Needs Assessments offers many opportunities
September 8th, 2020