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Role of forest on climate change adaptation
2011Conducted by the Ministry of Forests and Soil Conservation of the Government of Nepal, this study focus on identifying how forest ecosystems support enhancement of adaptive capacity of local communities.DocumentClimate Change Adaptation in the Forestry Sector: Planning framework
2011Conducted by the Ministry of Forests and Soil Conservation of Nepal, the overall objective of this document is to develop the Forestry Sector Climate Change Adaptation Planning Framework.DocumentPriority Framework for Action Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Management in Agriculture
2011The Priority Framework for Action builds on the strengths and comparative advantage of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives (MOAC) and, at the same time, specific actions are proposed considering the existing gaps and weaknesses. The Framework outlines 5 priority action areas: (i) Institutional and technical capacity for climate change adaptation and disaster risk management in agriculturDocumentWorld Resources Report Case Study. Maintenance of Hydropower Potential in Rwanda Through Ecosystem Restoration
World Resources Report, 2011Although it is not possible to state with confidence how climate change may alter precipitation patterns in Rwanda, it is clear that this process will affect the management and generation capacity of its hydroelectric sector in the future.DocumentAgriculture and climate change: a scoping report
Meridian Institute, 2011This scoping report provides context and analysis for addressing agriculture in international climate negotiations with the aim of informing climate negotiators and other stakeholders of different options and unpacking issues of interest.DocumentDo trees grow on money? The implications of deforestation research for policies to promote REDD
Center for International Forestry Research, 2007This paper provides a brief overview of the current knowledge and data on deforestation rates, research on the causes of deforestation and forest degradation and relevant policy options. It highlights issues of particular relevance to new discussions on reduced emissions from deforestation and forest degradation (REDD) in developing countries at different stages of forest transition.DocumentRising global interest in farmland: can it yield sustainable and equitable benefits?
World Bank, 2011This paper analyses issues that affect the role of agriculture as a source of economic development, rural livelihoods and environmental services.DocumentBiocharred pathways to sustainability? Triple wins, livelihoods and the politics of technological promise
STEPS Centre, Institute of Development Studies, 2010Considerable hype and debate are currently surrounding the potential of biochar (charcoal created through the burning of biomass in low oxygen environments) in climate change mitigation and agriculture. This report attempts to summarise the arguments, assumptions and interests in the biochar debate and offer reflections on its prospects.DocumentProyecto “Gestión del Agua para la Adaptación” (Brochure)
International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (World Conservation Union), 2011The objective of the ‘Water Management Adaptation’ Project is to build capacity for good governance and adaptation to climate change through applied research, awareness, public participation and demonstrative experiences, for effective water management based on an ecosystems integrated management approach. The project is developed by the IUCN Regional Office for Mesoamerica and the EnvironmentalDocumentEl proceso de Preparación para REDD+ en Mesoamérica: Actores, tendencias y temas críticos
Programa Salvadoreño de investigación sobre desarrollo y medio mmbiente, 2011This report shows that the process of preparation for REDD in Mesoamerica is characterized for being relatively widespread, although there are enormous challenges regarding information, participation and consultation.Pages