Understanding and Moving Climate Adaptation Forward in Latin America

On September 30, 2020, the first Exchange of Experiences and Dialogue on the Preparation and Implementation of National Adaptation Plans of Latin American countries took place, where 22 representatives from eight Latin American countries participated to learn more from the climate change adaptation experiences of others. Daniel Morchain from IISD and María José Pacha from CDKN report back from the event.

Reliable Water Supply in an Unpredictable Climate

Interview with Daniel Morchain, IISD

An interview with Policy Advisor Daniel Morchain, IISD, on his work in preparing the installation of an early warning system that will help climate-proof Colombia’s water supply system.

How COVID-19 Is Reinforcing the Need for Climate Adaptation in Vulnerable Countries

Insights from NAP Global Network Partner Countries

Both the impacts of—and recovery responses to—the COVID-19 pandemic can be linked to a country’s priorities for adapting to climate change. Recognizing this intersection, we reached out to our partner countries to better understand how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected their plans to prepare for and adapt to the impacts of climate change, asking: Has […]

Botswana’s Pragmatic Approach to a Climate-Proof Economy

Sennye Masike PhD, Environmental Economist, CLIMsystems Ltd

Botswana’s National Adaptation Plan (NAP) framework will contribute to the country’s climate change adaptation efforts by guiding the development of the NAP process and give direction to sectoral initiatives.

Making Adaptation More Effective in Nigeria: Nigeria’s NAP process

Yerima Tarfa (PhD), Director, Climate Change Department, Federal Ministry of Environment, Abuja and Francis Adesina (PhD), Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.

The process of developing Nigeria’s National Adaptation Plan Framework has unveiled the challenges in Nigeria’s adaptation programming, particularly showing which issues need attention for a greater impact in the country.