Lao PDR country climate and development report

The Country Climate and Development Report provides analysis and recommendations on how Laos can achieve sustained development while responding to climate change. Climate change, through rising temperatures and increased natural disasters, is adding to Laos’ economic and development challenges. Lowering vulnerability to climate change would help restore macroeconomic stability and diversify the economy, boosting growth and job creation. This report identifies targeted and cost-effective measures to adapt to climate change and help achieve the country’s pledge of net-zero emissions by 2050.