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Global Network News
JUN-JUL
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Jordan paves way for US$60 million initiative to adapt to climate change – In July, the Green Climate Fund Board approved a significant new project in Jordan to increase adaptation efforts. In collaboration with the Government of Jordan, UNEP and IUCN, the Jordan Integrated Landscape Management Initiative project will combat the adverse effects of climate change in one of the most water scarce and drought prone countries in the world. | |
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WFP Innovation Accelerator opens for applications – The World Food Programme (WFP), with support from the Adaptation Fund, is inviting climate innovators and adaptation initiatives to apply to receive up to US$200,000 in funding, mentorship and access to WFP operations. The initiative aims to identify, support and scale high-impact innovations that enhance climate adaptation in vulnerable regions. The deadline for applications is 13 August 2024. | |
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Course: Nature-based Infrastructure Academy – IISD have announced that their 5-week training course on nature-based infrastructure is returning from 25 September to 23 October 2024. The programme is designed to empower investors, policymakers and others with the tools to evaluate the economic performance and co-benefits of NBI compared to traditional "grey" infrastructure, highlighting the investment advantages of building with nature. | |
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GEF Council approves US$700+ million for vast environmental needs – The Global Environment Facility’s governing body has approved more than $700 million for nature protection and renewal projects, including support for the Great Green Wall and greater climate change resilience. The diverse package of financing includes the most support ever provided by the Least Developed Countries Fund for climate change adaptation. | |
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Raising ambition, accelerating action: towards enhanced Nationally Determined Contributions for forests – Despite global commitments to halt deforestation by 2030, only 8 of the top 20 countries with highest rate of tropical deforestation have quantified targets on forests in their national climate action plans, also known as Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). This is one of the key findings of a new UN-REDD report, which outlines how to adapt to and mitigate climate change. | |
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UNEP announces 6 new cities joining #GenerationRestoration – To mark World Environment Day on 5 June, UNEP announced 6 new pilot projects that joined the Generation Restoration Cities cohort of 22 cities. The Generation Restoration cities project (2023-25) aims to empower urban stakeholders across the globe to replicate and scale-up ecosystem restoration initiatives through nature-based solutions. | |
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Azerbaijan to host World Environment Day 2026 – Hosted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under the theme “land restoration, desertification and drought resilience”, this year's World Environment Day saw the world call for greater action to restore and protect our ecosystems. Two weeks after the event, UNEP’s Executive Director and Minister Mukhtar Babayev announced that Azerbaijan will be the host for World Environment Day 2026, focusing on the topic of climate change. | |
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Video: Why the next round of climate pledges marks a crucial moment for the planet – As the world bakes under record heat, the nearly 200 parties to the Paris Agreement are developing new national plans to counter climate change. The plans, known as Nationally Determined Contributions, will outline how countries plan to adapt to climate change and rein in greenhouse gas emissions | |
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News from the Regions
AFRICA
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Project Factsheet: Ecosystem-based Adaptation in South Sudan - In South Sudan, communities are experiencing a degradation of their vital ecosystems from a combination of population growth and an over-reliance on natural resources. A major project is increasing the climate resilience of these communities in two states by focusing on the priority areas identified within South Sudan’s National Adaptation Programme of Action - namely agriculture, disaster risk reduction, water resources, policy, and institutional frameworks. | | |
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Sudan: Juggling priories during a difficult time – Along with the war, Sudan is battling a climate change crisis. There are very small margins for farmers – if a crop fails or cattle die, there is no alternative source of income that year. Through the Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator (AFICA) Programme, the UN Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN) is providing support and technical assistance to initiatives to help communities. Learn more here. | |
News from the Regions
ASIA PACIFIC
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Project Factsheet: Ecosystem-based Adaptation in Tuvalu - Natural ecosystems in Tuvalu provide key defenses for communities against the impacts of sea level rise and storms. A project is aiming to increase the climate resilience of these communities through ecosystem-based adaptation. In addition to restoring damaged ecosystems, the project is building resilience through climate-resilient agricultural practices; supporting alternative livelihoods; and mainstreaming EbA into policies and planning through capacity building. | | |
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As climate storm gathers, Pacific islands race to set up warning systems – Palau, an island nation of 18,000 people that relies heavily on tourism, is dangerously exposed to the tropical cyclones that routinely sweep across the South Pacific. To counter the threat, UNEP is helping Palau build automated weather stations and a system to track the height of waves. The equipment will allow government officials to monitor approaching storms, issue alerts to tour operators and plan rescue operations. | | |
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Project Factsheet: Ecosystem-based Adaptation in Timor Leste – A new project is using ecosystem-based adaptation to increase climate resilience for rural communities in Timor-Leste. The project’s main approaches include: i) improving national and sub-national adaptation planning; ii) restoring ecosystems in water catchments; iii) developing and implementing agricultural management systems; iv) provision of water to rural communities; and v) expansion of a climate-smart agribusiness. | |
News from the Regions
LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
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Job vacancy: Climate Adaptation Programme Management Officer – UNEP’s Climate Change Division is hiring a P4 in Panama City! The position involves developing, implementing and evaluating programmes and projects under the Adaptation & Resilience Branch. The deadline for applications is 17 August. Find more info about the role and the required experience here. A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management is required. | | |
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How Barbados became a mighty voice for climate justice – Barbados is one of the world’s most vulnerable countries to climate change. The country has now launched an ambitious effort to adapt to an uncertain climate future. Roof to Reefs includes everything from reinforcing homes to buttressing critical infrastructure to protecting coastal and marine ecosystems. It focuses on integrated, home-grown solutions that build resilience to the climate crisis. Read more in a new UNEP story here. | |
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