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Energy Transition Readiness Assessment for Developing Asia and the Pacific

Climate Change Resilience, Biodiversity Conservation

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The energy transition readiness assessment (ETRA) framework provides a structured, data-driven, and forward-looking approach to evaluate and analyze the readiness of developing Asian countries for energy transition. The ETRA’s relevance stems from the fact that the region’s energy transition will be crucial for global efforts to reduce carbon emissions to net zero, and an equitable, secure, and sustainable energy transition is vital to the region’s future.

Climate Change Governance at the Subnational Government Level in Asia and the Pacific

Climate Change Resilience

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This report focuses on developing economies, as these face severe challenges in financing climate change action. These countries have nonetheless made meaningful commitments through United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, the Kyoto Protocol, and the Paris Agreement, and most have done so in the form of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and National Adaptation Plans. However, these efforts are falling short of adhering to the 1.5°C pathway and face difficulties in becoming operational.

Harnessing Development Financing for Solutions to Displacement in the Context of Disasters and Climate Change in Asia and the Pacific

Climate Change Resilience

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Internal displacement often is understood to be a phenomenon that occurs within the context of conflict and violence, pushing people away from their homes in a temporary flight for safety until they can return in peace.

Asia-Pacific Climate Report 2024 : Catalyzing Finance and Policy Solutions

Climate Change Resilience

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Asia and the Pacific is home to some of the world's most climate-vulnerable economies. At the same time, the region's strong growth, which has lifted millions out of poverty, contributes to more than half of global greenhouse gas emissions. As the climate crisis intensifies, this region finds itself at the center of both its worsening impacts and transformative potential solutions.

A Guide to Insurable Infrastructure in the Pacific

Climate Change Resilience

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Resilient infrastructure projects support economic growth, generate jobs, and bolster local incomes. They are crucial to developing countries in Asia and the Pacific and around the world as they strive to met the Sustainable Development Goals and Paris Agreement commitments on climate change.

Climate Change and Earthquake Exposure in Asia and the Pacific

Climate Change Resilience

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The negative impacts of climate change are already being felt throughout the Asia and Pacific region. As result, severe effects are expected on societies and economic systems, on the built environment and on the environment throughout the region.

Sea-Level Change in the Pacific Islands Region

Climate Change Resilience

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The engagement in the Pacific Islands Region (PIR) of the Pacific Department PARD) of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) includes supporting developing countries in the PIR through regional development forums and infrastructure finance. Given the vulnerability of the PIR to SLR (sea level rise), how precautionary should investors be when dealing with SLR in the Pacific.

Disaster-Resilient Infrastructure : Unlocking Oppotunities for Asia and the Pacific

Climate Change Resilience

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Disasters triggered by natural hazards threaten long-term sustainability of development in Asia and the Pacific. Countries across the region face significant disaster and climate risks.

Enabling Environment for Disaster Risk Financing in Fiji: Country Diagnostics Assessment

Climate Change Resilience

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This country diagnostics assessment reviews the current disaster risk financing (DRF) landscape and enabling environment in Fij, with a particular focus on risk transfer instruments- insurance, reinsurance and capital markets. The assessment is based on a modified version of the W&W Development Framework for accommodating international best practice, as well as public and private sector stakeholders' inputs.

Regional Cooperation and Integration in Asia and the Pacific: Responding to the COVID-19 Pandemic and “Building Back Better”

Climate Change Resilience

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The Asia and Pacific region has made significant progress in reducing poverty over the last half century. The poor and vulnerable populations suffer disproportionately from the adverse impacts of climate change and disasters, which results in loss of life, damage to household and community assets, disruption of livelihoods, and loss of income.

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