NAP Global Network at COP 26

Glasgow, UK | Oct 31–Nov 12, 2021

Adaptation to climate change is one of the four key themes to be explored in numerous events at the 26th United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP26) in Glasgow, United Kingdom, from October 31 to November 12, 2021.

Ensuring Inclusivity and Equality in Adaptation Planning

The blueprint for any adaptation action must be developed with the people it aims to protect and benefit. This Q&A provides insights on how vertical integration efforts can assure this inclusivity and representation in national planning processes.

Adaptation Communication Update Series: Haiti and Burkina Faso

Leveraging the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process

In the case of the 19 countries who are receiving guidance from the NAP Global Network in building their first ADCOM, a common theme emerges as they continuously refer to and leverage the country’s National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process.

Adaptation Communications: Frequently Asked Questions

by Anne Hammill and Christian Ledwell, NAP Global Network Secretariat

The NAP Global Network Secretariat is currently supporting 20 country partners prepare adaptation communications under the UNFCCC and these are the most common questions that have emerged from this work.

Why Gender Matters for Effective Adaptation to Climate Change

By Angie Dazé

Adaptation to climate change fosters resilient communities, economies, and ecosystems by considering climate risks in decision making at all levels. National Adaptation Plan (NAP) processes must take into account differing backgrounds, genders, and socio-economic realities to be effective.

Adaptation Communication Update Series: Ghana and Nigeria

With the 26th Conference of the Parties (COP 26) around the corner in November, several countries are already engaging stakeholders in shaping the ADCOM. Burkina Faso, Eswatini, Ghana, Haiti, and Nigeria have all held inception meetings that aimed to launch the process and build capacities.