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Governance

The institutional structures and processes that drive decision-making and management of DRR programs at regional, national and local level. This theme also includes institutions, legislations, policies and coordination mechanisms such as regional and national platforms.

Latest Governance additions in the Knowledge Base

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Wildfire peer review report: Greece 2024

The report looks at wildfire prevention, preparedness, and response in Greece, and is the result of over six months of work on the side of Greek authorities, peer experts, and the Commission.
Research briefs

How will climate change affect work in developing countries?

The effects of climate change on labor are significant and multifaceted, with implications for economic performance and poverty. Governments can respond to climate challenges on labor by implementing a variety of labor-targeting policy strategies.
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The monsoon's blessing and curse: How Kerala is harnessing data for climate resilience

With stunning natural beauty and a resilient spirit, Kerala is harnessing data's power to combat climate change on its journey to an innovative, data-driven future.
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Words into Action guidelines: The Science–Policy–Society ecosystem for disaster risk reduction

Highlighting the crucial role of science in informing policy decisions, these guidelines aim to assist those aiming to incorporate science into policy processes effectively facilitating risk-informed decision-making that addresses disaster risk.
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Documents and publications

Progress on transboundary water cooperation: mid-term status of SDG Indicator 6.5.2, with a special focus on climate change - 2024

A UNECE-UNESCO report highlights that only 28% of transboundary water agreements are fully operational, undermining resilience to floods and droughts. The lack of cooperation on shared water resources delays global efforts to address climate challenges.
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Climate finance missing to deliver on global stocktake

One year on, and only a few weeks ahead of the upcoming COP29 climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, it is unclear which of the Global Stocktake recommendations are already being implemented, and to what extent.
Science and Development Network
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Maldives country climate and development report

The Maldives country climate and development report contributes original research into key dimensions of climate resilience in the Maldives and will support the country in facilitating its climate resilience and green transitions.
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Documents and publications

Climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction in South Africa’s local municipal plans

This study assesses the engagement with, and linkages between, CCA and DRR in 20 local municipalities from contrasting socio-economic contexts in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.
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