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Pacific Mangroves Initiative for Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation The project supported the people of the Pacific Islands in adapting to climate change and maintaining their livelihoods through the improved management of mangroves. To this end, it was collecting and analysing data in order to assess the health of mangrove ecosystems and expand the knowledge base  through climate change scenarios. In each of the participating countries, the project’s partners were reviewing or developing national and local strategies and tools for the management and restoration of mangroves and adjacent ecosystems. Specific mangrove management measures have been applied in selected pilot sites. In addition, the project was carrying out a comprehensive awareness raising and capacity development programme focusing on mangroves.
Participatory Management for Sustainable Use and Conservation of Wetland, Coastal and Marine Protected Areas The project had the objective of improved conservation and sustainable use of the marine biological diversity in the pilot protected areas while taking into account the economic well-being of the local population. The project focused on three main approaches: 1) Development of participatory processes for the conservation and the management of natural resources and their implementation in designated areas along the Indian coast. 2) Facilitate capacity development of key sectors and stakeholders crucial for management of coastal and marine biodiversity and protected areas. The measures were implemented at national and state level together with partners to ensure their sustainability. 3) Facilitate a dedicated information, education and communication program to sensitize key stakeholders for conservation of coastal and marine biodiversity and ecosystem services.
Improved protected area system in Komi Republic The project helped to protect an area covering 1.63 million hectares of boreal forests in the Russian Komi Republic, including swamp forests along the Pechora River.  Over a period of ten years, this work reduced carbon emissions by 1.75 million tonnes. In addition, the project partners developed climate change adaptation measures and an awareness campaign aimed specifically at reducing the occurrence of anthropogenic forest fires.
Improving, increasing and facilitating access to renewable energy education and training in Latin-America While many Latin American countries have incorporated the ambitious expansion of renewables as a key element in their nationally determined contributions (NDCs), one factor hampering growth in the renewables sector is an ongoing lack of skilled workers. This needs to be addressed by appropriate educational programmes, well-equipped educational establishments and competent educators. For the solar and wind power segments in particular, the project is providing partner countries with help in identifying training needs, improving equipment in educational facilities and ensuring that course materials are up-to-date. The project lead shares project results with their project team members. Universities participating in the project can offer their students a better quality of training over the long term. In turn, course graduates can then apply their domain expertise to help promote the energy transition in many different areas.
International Climate Policy Dialogue In Phase I, the project aimed to bring together decision makers from around 20 countries in an informal dialogue on options for a new international climate change agreement. Participants, from both developed and developing countries, convened eight times in 2014 and 2015 to examine issues in shaping the new agreement under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) that was reached in Paris in 2015. This structured but informal exchange allowed participants to reach a common understanding on important issues under negotiation and options for addressing them, thereby contributing to an ambitious outcome in Paris. In Phase II from 2016 onwards dialogues focus on the implementation of the Paris Agreement and regulatory requirements. That way the dialogue format is supposed to make a contribution to an effective implementation of the Paris Agreement. In addition to the German Environment Ministry, other donors are also supporting the project.
Strategic and conceptual support to the Self-Sufficient Village Energy Programme (“Desa Mandiri Energi“ DME) The Indonesian Government launched the Desa Mandiri Energi (DME) programme in 2007. This programme provides 2,000 remote villages with modern, renewables-based energy systems which can be sustainably operated by the community. However, the programme has been progressing at a slow pace. The objective of this project was therefore to enhance the implementation of the DME programme, thus helping disseminate renewable energies in rural regions of Indonesia. In addition, the project aimed to improve the economic development of impacted regions, create jobs and demonstrate options for implementing tailored mitigation strategies in the country. Structured dialogue among all stakeholders helped to improve the implementation process. In addition, several studies were conducted that identified good practices, established a uniform implementation structure and recommended suitable technologies. The dialogue was accompanied by a basic and further training programme to enhance the technical capacities of the implementing structures.
Waste Treatment Centre in the Marga-Marga Region The project purpose was to introduce sustainable waste management practices, involving recovery of both materials and energy from municipal solid wastes (MSW), in the territory served by the municipal utility association of Marga-Marga in the Valparaíso region. As a pilot activity, a treatment centre for approx. 100,000 t/yr MSW was established. The plan envisaged the construction of a mechanical-biological waste treatment facility generating biogas and a fermentation system producing high-grade fertiliser combined with a training centre for experts and decision-makers.
Sustainability of the Miombo Ecoregion through the Enlargement and Improved
Management of Protected Areas The aim of the project was to help set up the West Lunga National Park in Zambia and new protected areas surrounding it. It served to maintain forests as carbon reservoirs as well as to preserve their biological diversity. In response to fire hazards in the dry evergreen forests increasing due to climate change project partners also carried out measures to prevent and control forest fires.
Biodiversity Finance Initiative – BIOFIN A key issue within the implementation of the Convention for Biodiversity (CBD) is the lack of financial resources for the protection of biodiversity. Most states lack reliable information on what funds are needed to effectively implement the CBD's Strategic Plan, where these funds can be sourced and how they can be adequately and effectively assigned. The Project addressed these gaps in knowledge. BIOFIN generated data on previous investments in the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity, as well as the resources needed for the implementation of the Strategic Plans in each country. On this basis, the gap between demand and actual financing could be calculated. The gained information was integrated in the development of approaches that aimed to improve the financing of the conservation of biodiversity in the long-term.
Kenya – E-mobility for two- and three-wheelers Transport sector emissions in Kenya are expected to exceed 20m tCO2e by 2030. With ongoing rapid motorisation, the country has a significant leapfrog opportunity for e-mobility.  To help transform the market, the project will focus on facilitating the penetration of  electric two-(e-2Ws) and three-wheelers (e-3Ws) in peri-urban and rural areas . Through the financial mechanism, the project will target both supply and demand sides providing credit guarantees to manufacturers of e-2Ws and e-3Ws and for owners of commercial fleets as well as purchase subsidies for individual owners. Technical support will focus on the enhancement of policy/regulator/fiscal frameworks at the national and sub-national levels. With these measures, the project aims to reach a 15% market penetration and 80% local assembly of e-2Ws and e-3Ws by 2028 and create 3,500 green jobs in the EV-sector. The GHG emissions mitigation potential of the project is ca. 1m tCO2e.
Programme for energy efficiency in buildings (PEEB) The IEA estimates that the number of buildings worldwide will double by 2050. Buildings already account for around 30 percent of global final energy consumption; however, despite existing sources of financing, investors lack the necessary knowledge and the political framework conditions for climate-friendly construction. The PEEB is a demand-driven and needs-oriented consulting institution that combines the financial and technical knowledge of the German and French project partners. The programme supports the further development of energy efficiency policies in the building sector and the development of incentive systems to mobilise private investment. Specific projects are developed until they are ready for financing and participating stakeholders receive further training for their tasks during the various stages of the development process. The results are prepared and introduced as practical examples into the GABC and other networks. The project is part of the IKI Corona Response Package.
Using business models to address the drivers of deforestation in Peru Peru is introducing sustainable business models in the cocoa, coffee, biofuels, agro-industry and livestock sectors to reduce greenhouse gas emissions caused by deforestation. The goal is to increase productivity in deforested areas and achieve an agricultural production system that is deforestation-free. The project developed appropriate business models, analysed context-specific factors that influence deforestation, examined greenhouse gas emissions in previously prioritised value chains and addressed positive economic, ecological and social impacts during development of the models. Financing strategies that take private investors into account and rapid scalability were also important components of the development process. The business models will contribute to the climate protection goals laid down in the Peruvian NDC (Nationally Determined Contribution)  and NAMAs (Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions) .
Safeguarding overlooked Ecosystems: Protect, Manage and Restore Grasslands and Savannahs in Argentina, Colombia and Paraguay Grassland and savannah ecosystems in Argentina, Colombia and Paraguay harbour common social-cultural, economic and environmental values. They are home to unique biodiversity, ensuring water and food security, providing habitat for species, supporting livelihoods, and maintaining the cultural identity of rural and indigenous peoples. They also suffer from climate and land use change. Protected areas and low-impact cattle ranching practiced by local and indigenous communities can help safeguard these biomes. Through its 3 pillars “Protect, Manage, Restore” the project supports upscaling of existing sustainable management practices, creating resilient, connected and productive landscapes featuring sustainable food production with an aim to halt biodiversity loss and support climate change mitigation and adaptation. It will raise awareness of grasslands and savannahs on the global conservation and climate agendas, focusing on community research and south-south exchange.
Fast-tracking transformation through Green Public Finance Reforms The project focuses on aligning public finance with climate and biodiversity goals through fiscal policy and budget reforms. In the partner countries, public finances are misaligned with sustainability goals with fiscal policies continuing to promote environmentally harmful, emission- and resource-intensive economic activities. For successful fiscal policy reforms, it is essential to align the overall budget, actively engage stakeholders and ensure transparency. The project will therefore support the partner countries in developing and implementing green fiscal policy reforms to incentivise climate and biodiversity actions, contributing to the objectives of the Paris Agreement and the Global Biodiversity Framework. The focus will be on the agriculture, water, and forestry sectors, as these sectors have a high economic potential and a high relevance for both biodiversity conservation and climate protection.
Integrated financial management of climate risks in the agricultural sector in Peru The project advises the Peruvian Ministry of Agriculture (MINAGRI) on establishing a risk-transfer system with the backing of both the state and the private sector. The system will improve food security, enhance economic stability in rural areas and help the agricultural sector to better cope with climate change. The private and public financial services offered through the system will enable agricultural producers to reduce their vulnerability to weather extremes - which are exacerbated by climate change - and to limit their exposure to the associated risks. The project is supporting the development of an information system and strengthening the expertise required for the management and government supervision of risk transfer systems in Peru.
TAM: Enhancing Energy Efficiency in Ukraine This project provided targeted advisory services to increase the energy efficiency of micro-, small and medium-sized enterprises in Ukraine. Experienced executives and senior managers from developed countries advised the management of selected companies in Ukraine which have high potential for energy savings. The aim was to help Ukrainian managers identifying energy-saving potential within the respective company and to raise awareness on the economic advantages of introducing energy-efficient technologies and materials.
Korolev: Prototype for Saving Heating Energy The purpose of the project was to increase energy efficiency in the housing sector in the Russian Federation and to develop a replicable concept for financing the renovation of urban infrastructure (heating, energy and water supply). The aim was to finance energy efficiency measures through energy contracting, which involved using funds generated through energy savings to repay the costs of initial investment. The target groups were primarily representatives and companies from the housing industry and energy suppliers. The project was preparing a feasibility study to demonstrate the applicability of the new financing mechanism in the energy-efficient renovation of a sample prefabricated building.
Save the Blue Five – Regional approach to protect migratory marine megafauna in the Southeast Pacific Region (SEPR) The five species groups - whales, dolphins, sharks, sea turtles and manta rays - known as the Blue Five, are of outstanding biodiversity value and are particularly vulnerable due to their dependence on transboundary habitats. The project therefore takes a regional approach to improve their chances of survival. It strengthens the policy framework for the conservation and sustainable use of marine megafauna and promotes the implementation of coordinated measures. These include coordinated transnational conservation actions, a common monitoring system, improved science-policy interfaces, public-private financing mechanisms, capacity building and awareness raising. To achieve its objectives, the project promotes regional dialogue and cooperation among countries and stakeholders within the framework of the Permanent Commission for the South Pacific, as well as cooperation between policy and science.
Forest and climate protection on Panay The project was seeking to protect this continuous expanse of forest and its endangered species. A further aim was to improve land use planning and put in place appropriate forestry and agroforestry practices to ensure sustainable use of natural resources in the areas bordering the forest. It was setting up an alliance of provinces and local authorities affected, designating critical habitats wherever possible across the entire forest area under the decentralised land-use planning process and then further developing them. In conjunction with local authorities, the project planed measures and ensured they are incorporated into their annual budgets. It was also establishing an ecologically sound agroforestry system in the buffer zone, driving forward largescale reforestation and working towards supplying local households with renewable, sustainably produced raw materials to generate energy.
Decentralized Renewable Energy Solutions for Social and Public Infrastructure in Ukraine The Ukraine Energy Support Fund (UESF) is intended to ensure that the Ukrainian energy system functions stably and efficiently during the Russian aggression. The International Climate Initiative (IKI) is contributing to the UESF through this project. It contributes to the implementation of decentralized renewable energy and possibly also energy efficiency solutions for social and public infrastructure, such as hospitals and schools, to improve the resilience and sustainability of the Ukrainian energy system. The aim is to restore electricity supply and promote energy independence through the use of renewable energy and potentially also heating solutions and by improving energy efficiency. The IKI contribution aims to integrate climate aspects into the long-term reconstruction of Ukraine and to align with broader environmental goals and European energy standards.
Green Cooling Initiative II The refrigeration and air conditioning sector has been given little consideration as a source of greenhouse gases (GHG), although it continues to gain in importance due to the increasing demand for cooling. The project supported the reduction of GHGs emitted by the refrigeration and air conditioning sector in the partner countries. To this end, it improved the international positioning of environmentally-appropriate and climate-friendly cooling technologies by introducing the topic into global climate and ozone debates. The expansion of networks with representatives from politics, industry and science enabled the dissemination of climate-friendly cooling technologies, and policy advice based on “Technology Roadmaps” supported the partner countries in implementing modern cooling technology standards. In addition, voluntary contributions from the private sector raised the level of willingness to transform and promote Public-Private Partnerships, and partnerships with financing institutions promoted replicable financing models and instruments.
Energy efficiency in the Tunesian industry The project helped to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Tunisian industry by disseminating energy efficient applications. The project promoted the installation of pilot facilities, the training of Tunisian experts and the performance of awareness-raising measures.
Ecosystem Based Adaptation in Mountain Ecosystems The objective of the project was to use ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) options to reduce the vulnerability of communities in the mountainous regions of Nepal, Peru and Uganda. The project consisted of four components: (1) the development of EbA methodologies and tools for mountain ecosystems; (2) the application of these methodologies and tools at the national level; (3) the implementation of EbA pilot activities; (4) the formulation of national policies and building an 'economic case' (cost-benefit calculations) for EbA at the national level. In addition, the project created new opportunities for experimental learning between regions and countries. Through parallel and cooperative development and the testing of methodologies and tools, and through the implementation of pilot projects, local and national institutions rapidly built up and disseminated knowledge among themselves regarding the conservation and strengthening of ecosystems.
Applying the Water-Energy-Food Nexus to promote Ecosystem Based Adaptation in the Ewaso Ng’iro North Catchment, Kenya In Kenya's Ewaso Ng'iro North Catchment Area (ENNCA), climate change impacts such as increased severity and frequency of floods and droughts are being exacerbated by rapid changes in agriculture, energy systems, water and land use. This leads to increased water abstraction, land degradation and deterioration of ecosystem health, ultimately threatening water, energy and food security. The project addresses knowledge gaps on the impacts of climate change. It will facilitate the production of knowledge on the impacts of climate change on water, energy, agriculture and land use, and the benefits of ecosystem-based adaptation. This will be done in partnership with the county governments of Laikipia, Samburu, Isiolo, Meru and Nyeri, their local communities, private agribusinesses and NGOs. The project promotes cross-sectoral collaboration to support decision and policy making.
LEAP - Locally Empowered Areas of Protection in the Western Indian Ocean The Western Indian Ocean region lacks coherent governance systems to support a diverse management of marine and coastal resources. As a result, local level benefits are less effective, as users rarely play an equitable role in decision-making on the management of the resources. The project builds on existing experiences and knowledge to enhance socio-ecological resilience and biodiversity conservation by strengthening governance and management of marine and coastal areas and resources. It will engage at multiple levels to deliver tangible benefits through direct action at local level, strengthen the enabling institutional environment through policy influencing, advocacy, and capacity building at national levels, and promote regional collaboration and knowledge-sharing, enhancing uptake across countries. Science and community-based programmes, combined with knowledge transfer, will contribute to achieve community and territorial climate resilience and sustainable, inclusive and alternative livelihoods.
Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN II) The financing of biodiversity conservation is a key issue in the implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). Most countries lack reliable information on the actual costs that are needed to effectively implement their biodiversity strategies, nor do they know where the necessary funds can be sourced and how they can be used to implement their strategies. The BIOFIN initiative, meanwhile active in 37 countries, is a global partnership that supports its partner countries by addressing these knowledge gaps. Financing solutions are being developed and implemented in a second step. BIOFIN Phase II, which is financed through the IKI Corona Response Package, focuses on four signature solutions: Support countries to deal with the impacts of COVID-19, results based and effective budgeting for biodiversity, reducing harmful subsidies and expenditures and greening the financial sector.
Cities fit for climate change The project supported cities in tackling the challenges presented by climate change. It advised city governments on how to adapt their development plans (land-use plans and binding development plans), urban development strategies, and urban design ideas etc. and put them into practice in a way that creates cities fit for climate change. Cities needed to take into account new risk like increased flood hazards, for example by creating runoff and retention systems. The project analysed and processes existing concepts for resilient and low-emission urban development. Selected cities in India, Chile and South Africa were supported in developing their climate-sensitive strategies and their own financing options. Furthermore, they were able to communicate their experiences at international events and debates. The project supported the Habitat III process aimed at creating a new urban agenda, among other initiatives.