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Scaling up the conservation of biodiversity through climate smart agro-silvopastoral practices in landscapes dominated by cattle-raising systems in Three Regions of Mexico Mexico is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, but its biodiversity is under threat. One of the reasons for this is intensive livestock farming, because forests are still being cleared to create new pastures. This leads to negative impacts, including a decline in biodiversity and the release of greenhouse gases. To counter this trend, the project supported approaches that combine trees, arable crops and animal husbandry in holistic systems. These ‘agrosilvopastoral’ systems increase the productivity and the income of agricultural stakeholders, improve the protection of biodiversity and reduce vulnerability to the effects of climate change. To this end, the project was seeking to integrate animal husbandry systems into Mexico’s climate change and biodiversity agenda – and was also establishing an incentive scheme for biodiversity protection and climate change adaptation/mitigation.
Strengthening Natural Hazard Disaster Risk Management through Ecosystem-based Adaptation and Insurance Protection The Philippines is one of the most vulnerable countries facing extreme weather events due to climate change. Increasing damage from typhoons, heavy rains, and slow-onset sea level rise increase poverty, trigger migration, and weaken the country’s competitiveness. Governmental disaster risk management is still focused on ‘grey’ infrastructure as state funds provide insurance for public structures, while household risk financing is market driven. The project aims to capacitate national and regional actors to use ecosystem-based adaptation and climate insurance to build resilience. It strengthens efforts of the Philippine government to mainstream climate and disaster risks in planning processes, building on the existing integrated ecosystem management (IEM) approach. The project partners are supported through process monitoring, ecosystem-based adaptation measures, and climate and disaster risk insurance market development.
Climate-Smarting Marine Protected Areas and Coastal Management in the Mesoamerican Reef Region The coastal and marine resources of the Mesoamerican reef provide protection and a livelihood for two million people, mainly through fishing and tourism. However, the resources are under severe threat from the negative effects of climate change. The project strengthened the adaptive capacities of coastal communities in the region. Together with the municipalities, it identified options and measures for adapting to climate change, using science-based methods such as ecological risk analysis and the modelling of ecosystem services. Building on this, the project integrated adaptation strategies into coastal development and management plans for marine protected areas, and implemented adaptation measures in other selected areas. The development of expertise and technical skills was supported, as was the development and implementation of local and national adaptation strategies and the regional sharing of information on successfully tested adaptation approaches.
Dialogue and Information Platform for the Colombian Amazon The Amazonian rainforest is one of the world’s biggest diversity hotspots. At the same time, the region also has an immense capacity to act as a carbon sink. The project strengthed REDD+ activities conducted by the national government and international donors in the Colombian Amazon. This magnified their positive effects for protecting the climate and biodiversity. The project was also setting up a REDD+ dialogue and information platform for a number of regions. The platform is managed by civil-society actors and supported by local authorities. At the heart of the platform is an information system that provides information about policy initiatives, projects and development programmes run by government agencies and NGOs. The work of these actors was extended and improved by multi-stakeholder meetings, as well as education and training courses for participants.
Indigenous and Afro-Colombian women contributing to biodiversity conservation Many indigenous and Afro-Colombian groups live in the departments of Chocó and Antioquia in the biodiversity-rich northwest region of Colombia. National and regional protected areas there are particularly exposed to pressure from the mining industry. The project therefore supported the development of land use planning strategies for indigenous territories, strengthened community production systems and identified opportunities for the sustainable use of biodiversity, particularly in the case of women. Traditional knowledge was thus preserved and made more valuable for the departments’ inhabitants. The project also trained and strengthened indigenous people, who can then exercise their territorial rights and become more involved in decision-making processes. The interaction between nature reserves and areas managed by indigenous and Afro-Colombian groups was also supported, contributing to the exploitation of synergies and the sustainable development of the region.
Contribution to the Forest Carbon Partnership Facility The Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF) supports developing countries in measures to reduce emissions by combating deforestation and forest degradation. It was originally developed by the World Bank and The Nature Conservancy in 2007 as an initiative to help countries implement a new approach called REDD+. The FCPF is a global partnership of governments, businesses, civil society and indigenous peoples' organizations. There are two sub-funds: the Readiness Fund and the Carbon Fund. The Readiness Fund finances measures in developing countries to build capacity in the forest sector, and the Carbon Fund is used to realize the value of emissions avoided through forest conservation. For 2010, the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety has been allocated 35 million euro to meet the German fast-start financing for developing countries, 10 million euro has been allocated to the World Bank for the Carbon Fund.
Forest Conservation Mata Atlântica II The project targeted efforts to preserve, sustainably use and restore the Mata Atlântica (Atlantic Forest) for the purpose of ensuring the livelihoods of the rural population living there. The project called for investment and advisory services aimed at expanding the system of protected areas, introducing systems of remuneration for environmental services, and establishing a monitoring system.
Strengthening climate actions in Ukrainian communities Ukraine is highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and has identified agriculture, water resources, energy, transportation, health, the urban environment and forests, and coastal zone management as key adaptation priorities. As a result of recent decentralization reforms, communities have more autonomy in decision-making, receiving a significant share of taxes. However, international climate commitments are not yet adequately linked to national policies.
The project supports the participatory development of mitigation measures in selected municipalities accompanied by various knowledge-building formats, including participation of municipalities in national processes. In addition, two municipal climate protection measures will be co-funded, as well as participation in climate legislation processes.
Living Lakes - Strategies to protect the biodiversity of aquatic ecosystems Protection and restoration of lakes, wetlands, and associated landscapes is crucial to halt biodiversity loss and combat climate change. Eleven partners from ten countries in the Living Lakes Network will focus on capacity development for key actors involved in the use and management of the lakes. Local authorities, regional administrations and civil society will improve knowledge to reduce negative impacts of agriculture, fisheries and tourism and to manage lakes better. The partners will develop innovative techniques e.g. in wastewater treatment, renaturation of lake landscapes, management of invasive species, and biodiversity-friendly agriculture as "Frontrunner Initiatives". Experiences in the implementation of these projects are disseminated at regional, national and global level in order to achieve improved implementation of lake protection laws and management plans, the strengthening of non-governmental organisations and their participation in stakeholder consultations.
Mitigation Momentum II The project supported nationally appropriate mitigation actions (NAMAs) in the partner countries and improved the institutional structures, supporting the partner countries in increasing their contribution to global climate change mitigation. To this end, the project developed strategies for financing mitigation activities. Furthermore, it seeked to communicate best practices related to the implementation and financing of mitigation strategies. Phase II built on Mitigation Momentum I, which supported Chile, Indonesia, Kenya, Peru and Tunisia in developing NAMA proposals. These proposals (with the exception of Chile) continued to be supported regarding financing and implementation, and in some cases additional NAMAs were developed. Additional countries developing NAMAs were Ethiopia, Georgia, and Thailand. Through the NAMA Annual Status Report published by the project and specific research on NAMA-related topics, the project also informed the international debate on NAMAs.
Climate Partnership Programme III Private investment and climate-friendly technologies are crucial for building a climate-friendly economy in emerging and developing countries. Therefore, the Climate Partnership Programme mobilised the private sector in developing and emerging economies and offered opportunities for private investments in climate-friendly development of the partner countries. The programme focused on promoting the transfer of climate-friendly technologies, including related knowledge, and on developing resources and skills for the use of climate-friendly technologies by local partners. To this end, the programme supported projects of private companies that can contribute to the country’s development. Private sector projects have - for example - demonstrated the use of climate-friendly technologies, supported the introduction and dissemination of innovative climate mitigation technologies or adapted proven technologies for the mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions to the specific conditions of the target countries.
Contribution to the Bio Carbon Fund The Bio Carbon Fund Initiative for Sustainable Forest Landscapes (BioCF ISFL) is a multilateral fund supported by donor countries and managed by the World Bank. It was established as a new multilateral institution in November 2013 and supports and rewards the reduction of CO2 emissions in the land sector. Related areas are REDD+, sustainable agriculture, land use planning and land use policies. The aim is to create incentives for the development of alternative land use models for sustainable and at the same time economically viable development. The BMU supports the BioCF plus sub-fund with 35 million euro. This is intended to support transformation processes in developing countries, leading to the implementation of REDD+ strategies and the preparation of energy-based payments for the reduction of emissions. A further sub-fund is the BioCF tranche.
Green Economy and Locally Appropriate Mitigation Actions (GE-LAMA-I) in Indonesia: strengthening district-level capacity for reducing land-based emissions and greening of economy within RAD-GRK (NAMA) policy LAMA-I has supported Indonesia’s global leadership in reducing land-based emissions through an integrated NAMA/REDD+ approach by strengthening capacity for local governments to combine development and spatial planning and to synergize climate-change mitigation and adaptation actions through multiple stakeholder negotiations. A Presidential Decree had mandated all local government levels to develop plans as part of Indonesia's NAMA, but capacity to do so was unevenly distributed. Under the guidance of the National  Planning and Development Agency (Bappenas), the project improved the methods used at local government level and supported capacity strenghening in strategically selected districts and provinces.
Clean, Affordable and Secure Energy for Southeast Asia (CASE) Southeast Asia is one of the fastest-growing developing regions in the world, with an energy demand forecast to rise by 70% by 2040. The partner countries are currently responsible for 80% of the region's energy consumption, which, according to current planning, includes the substantial use of coal. This makes the successful implementation of the Paris Agreement more difficult. The project therefore supports an energy transition with ambitious climate goals in this region. Together with the broad participation of relevant stakeholders, evidence-based solutions for key challenges are being developed aimed at reorienting the energy transition and the pertinent local dialogue. It also supports coordination in the energy sector in South East Asia and provides technical and political assistance. The project is developing a knowledge platform and it is also participating in the regional specialist dialogue as part of the South East Asian Energy Transition Partnership (ETP). The project is part of the IKI Corona Response Package.
Building resilience of vulnerable communities in Bugesera district The inhabitants of Bugesera district in Eastern Province experience more cyclical and persistent droughts in recent years. Crop failure during droughts means that the entire region depends on external food supplies. The project strengthened the resilience to climate change for 2.000 households in vulnerable communities in the Bugesera district. It introduced climate-smart and solar-powered irrigation systems, as well as energy-efficient cooking stoves. These installations were accompanied by intensive trainings for the target group. Among other things, awareness campaigns were conducted through radio broadcasts and farmers were trained to maintain and repair their irrigation systems. The producers of the cooking stoves were also involved in product improvement processes.
URBAN PATHWAYS: Supporting low-emission plans for basic urban services in the context of the New Urban Agenda The project supported the implementation of the Paris Agreement and the NDCs within the framework of the New Urban Agenda (NUA) and the SDGs. It also supported national and local governments in key emerging economies with high mitigation potential in developing national action plans and concrete  local implementation concepts to promote sustainable and low-emission urban development. The action plans summarised the political, technical, socio-economic and financial feasibility, while the local implementation concepts were further developed into bankable projects, with the focus on access to basic urban services. This process was then replicated at regional level through policy development, implementation support, advice for stakeholders and financing mechanisms.
Implementing regional and national adaptation priorities in Central and West Africa (PACO) Countries in Western and Central Africa are extremely vulnerable to the effects of climate change. At the same time, they often lack capacities, approaches and tools for higher resilience and better adaptation. Therefore, the project will improve abilities to adapt to climate change in Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal and the Republic of Congo. The project will work to build capacity within governments, civil society, municipalities and small and medium enterprises. In all four countries, small scale projects addressing specific adaptation needs will be implemented. The project will also work with the regional climate commissions in the Sahel and the Congo Basin, strengthening their organizational and institutional capacities. Good examples showcasing effective strategies can be taken up by national stakeholders for scaling up through national and international funding. Regional commissions can replicate best practices and proven approaches in other member countries, thus fostering south-south exchange and mutual learning.
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Supporting indigenous communities to build resilience against climate change This IKI Small Grants project targets subsistence farmers of the indigenous group of Maasai that are negatively affected by climate change in the Simanjiro region. Extreme changes in rainfall patterns and long periods of drought decreased agricultural productivity and livestock rearing. The lack of pasture has led pastoralists to enter their cattle into a wildlife conservation area, leading to conflicts. The project increases the awareness and adoption rate of Climate-Smart Agricultural (CSA) practices among 3,000 indigenous farmers and pastoralists to support the communities’ agricultural production. The project foresees training and knowledge exchange formats to build up the capacity of farmers and to widely disseminate practices. It closely cooperates with local governments and indigenous leaders.
Private Business action for Biodiversity Private enterprise has an important role to play in countering contributory factors to the loss of biodiversity. This global project is supporting methods and instruments to ensure biodiversity-friendly production and marketing, and compiling the insights obtained for use by private- and public-sector actors. An initial orientation phase was used to identify promising approaches from agriculture and forestry, including capacity development, impact monitoring, management tools, traceability and financing instruments. The implementation phase focused on model-based field trials and the further development of selected methods and instruments, with priority being given to small and medium-sized businesses. A best-practice approach was applied to consolidate project findings for the use of private- and public-sector actors alike. The examples were also being used in consulting services for policymakers.
Enhancing the conservation of flagship migratory mammal species of Central Asia through climate-informed management and decision making Migratory species in Central Asia are highly vulnerable to climate change. As a result of changing migration patterns, protected areas are rendered ineffective. Changes in the use of pastures (extension of grazing periods and shifting grazing areas to higher elevations) are ex-pected to lead to increased human-wildlife conflicts. In order to increase the resilience of people and wildlife in Central Asia to climate change ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) measures and climate change-informed wildlife management will be tested in pilot sites. Given the focus on migratory species, a transboundary approach across the three target countries will be used. The implementation of pilot measures with economic potential and their integration into political framework documents is of particular importance. Comprehensive communication activities will communicate project results and measures to the public and to decision-makers.
Expanding renewable energies in Viet Nam The project supported the development of the policy framework to achieve a remarkable expansion of renewable energy in Viet Nam and to implement the national GHG reduction strategy. To this end, the project was strengthening institutional structures and capacities in the field of renewable energy. This included the support of establishment of a new Renewable Energy department within the ministry responsible (MoIT). By delivering training and continuous professional development on technical and management topics, the project disseminated knowledge and skills with the focus on grid connected bioenergy systems.
Energy Subsidy Reform and Delivery Technical Assistance Facility (ESMAP) The Energy Sector Management Assistance Programme (ESMAP) of the World Bank Group helps emerging and developing countries to promote growth through environmentally sustainable energy solutions. The ESMAP Trust Fund supports the development of know-how and resources to drive the development of these solutions. Various initiatives are also supported by the ESMAP, such as the “Energy Subsidy Reform Facility (ESRF)” and “Supporting Coal Regions in Transition”. The measures include analyses of the framework conditions and tailor-made technical support. Teams of experts also disseminate knowledge in the form of studies and training courses in the fields of energy, industry, social protection and poverty reduction and the development of Transition Strategy.
Brazil East Africa Peru India Climate Capacities (B-EPICC) Risk forecasting and risk mitigation measures are crucial approaches to improving resilience to changes in the regional climate. The project built local capacity to improve resilience to regional climate variability and trends by using seasonal forecasting of climate phenomena to assess their impacts on water balance, biodiversity and agriculture, as well as impacts on climate migration patterns. The development and use of expertise on climate risks and their prediction was embedded in the target countries. Recurrent phenomena such as monsoons, El Niño, and Indian Ocean Dipole, as well as climate change induced trends were projected. This data was in the agriculture, biodiversity and water sectors to understand the impacts on the population. This is needed to understand and anticipate migration patterns caused by climate phenomena.
Integrated Approaches to the Development of Climate Friendly Economies in Central Asia The objective of the project was to support four Central Asian countries in developing a climate policy framework that promotes climate-friendly economic development. It supported the Kazakh Government in developing a Green Growth Strategy. In the other countries, project partners identified finance-ready nationally appropriate mitigation actions (NAMAs). Three NAMA concepts were developed: on energy-efficient building renovation In Uzbekistan, on energy-efficient district heating in Kyrgyzstan, and on reforestation in Tajikistan, which can also be used for other countries and sectors. The project increased the acceptance of NAMAs as a core element of an international mitigation architecture; the exchange of experiences and cooperation at the national and regional levels made a decisive contribution to further developing them. An important element of this was the promotion of technology cooperation.
Decarbonisation of Electricity Generation on Philippine Islands (using Tidal Stream & Solar PV) The Philippine energy sector is heavily reliant on fossil fuels and is the largest contributor to the country’s GHG emissions. This project will help improving the economic and legal conditions for investment in Tidal Stream Energy (TSE) in the Philippines, encouraging the private sector to install TSE hybrid systems as energy supply solution in off-grid islands. The financial component will blend external long-term concessional loans provided with a grant from the project to lower the interest rate of those loans making the investment project viable. The project will also develop and test different replicable business models for TSE-PV hybrid systems. The technical component will support the local government in adjusting regulations applicable for TSE and in the standardisation of processes in addition to support the review of existing power supply agreements. Approximately 108,000 tonnes of CO2e will be mitigated over the five-years period of the project implementation.