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REDD+ and other sectors in East AfricaThis series of short articles outlines the linkages between REDD+ and key other sectors in East Africa. To view each of the publications, click on each title below.
Agriculture and Climate Change: A Scoping ReportThe report is intended to provide context and analysis for addressing agriculture in international climate negotiations, with the aim of helping to inform climate negotiators and other stakeholders by identifying options and unpacking issues of interest; and not to express opinions or be prescriptive in any way. The report will focus on agricultural production and food security; early action ...
Water resources management and REDD+ in East AfricaREDD+ may contribute more than just climate change mitigation. If REDD+ is implemented in key catchment areas, it can also contribute to restoration and sustenance of water flows in key catchments. This paper outlines the linkages between REDD+ and water resources management in East Africa, and suggests how the synergies between the two can be maximised.
Agriculture and Climate Change Policy Brief: Main Issues for UNFCCC and BeyondThis summary seeks to provide key points for policymakers focusing on the unique aspects of agriculture when considered in the context of climate change. It emphasizes actions that can be taken when considering agriculture’s multiple objectives, from providing adequate food for growing populations to protecting the environment and ensuring resilience to future climatic changes. it briefly d...
REDD+ and energy for rural development in East AfricaDue to the rising energy demand in East Africa, with a fast growing population that is heavily reliant on fuel wood, to be effective REDD+ needs to contribute to reducing pressure on the remaining forest resources, while promoting affordable, alternative, renewable energy options. This article examines the linkages bewteen REDD+ and energy in East Africa, and suggests ways in which these stra...
Legal issues are not the obstacle at the Durban climate conferenceLegal issues are high on the agenda for the Durban climate conference, but international law is not the obstacle to progress in the negotiations. The Durban outcomes depend on political will and the willingness of credit-crunched voters in northern countries to back strong measures and help for developing countries. (A new viewpoint published on 17th November 2011)
The Road to Durban: Hopes and ChallengesThis document briefly revisits the progress made from Cancun to the last intersessional held in Panama in October 2011, and then tackles the emerging political issues that the authors believe will shape discussions in Durban and beyond, among them the fate of the Kyoto Protocol and the role of the EU, and the increasing centrality of climate finance and the emerging role of business in influe...
Energy Trends in Developing Asia: Priorities for a Low-Carbon FutureThis report follows up on the 2007 report by examining the most recent data and trends related to primary energy supply, final energy demand, electricity generation and demand, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and clean energy investment, as well as associated policies and targets. It focuses primarily on Asia's six largest developing countries in terms of energy consumption-China, India, Indo...
Agriculture, food security and REDD+ in East AfricaAgriculture and food security is a particularly important issue for the East Africa Community, and one which has been identified for regional cooperation. REDD+ has the potential to contribute to these objectives, and some strategies to do this have been identified in early REDD+ strategy documents in the region. This article outlines the links between agriculture and REDD+ in East Africa and...
FAQ on the Common Approach to Environmental and Social Safeguards for Multiple Delivery PartnersThe Common Approach centers on the use of a strategic environmental and social assessment (SESA), particularly in relation to the upstream development of a country’s REDD+ strategy. SESA helps to ensure compliance with relevant safeguards by integrating key environmental and social considerations covered by the relevant safeguard policies and procedures at the earliest stage of decision mak...