Author : Nic Maclellan
Release : 2011
Genre : Climate change mitigation
Kind : eBook
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Book Synopsis Improving Access to Climate Financing for the Pacific Islands by : Nic Maclellan
Download or read book Improving Access to Climate Financing for the Pacific Islands written by Nic Maclellan. This book was released on 2011. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Discusses the challenges and opportunities for Pacific Island governments to access adaptation funding, to respond to the adverse effects of climate change. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) commits developed countries to provide climate financing to developing nations, to address climate impacts on food security, water supply, agriculture and public health. But despite recent commitments of 'fast start' climate funding from donors, Pacific Island governments face significant obstacles in accessing resources to adapt to the adverse effects of climate change. The Analysis outlines innovative approaches that could strengthen Pacific access to climate finance and improve outcomes for vulnerable communities in our region"--Publisher summary.