This workshop took place in January 2019 in Ballinasloe, Co. Galway, Ireland. It was organised by the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht in conjunction with Carrig, the Irish Green Building Council and Lincoln University. The objective of the workshop was to discuss the potential impacts of climate change on Ireland’s built and archaeological heritage, and prioritise the short- and long-term adaptation actions needed.
Speakers:
- Peter Cox, Carrig Conservation
- Michael MacDonagh, Chief Archaeologist, Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht
- Sean O’Leary, DCCAE
- Dr Barry O’Dwyer, UCC
- Alastair McKinstry, ICHEC
- Dr Cathy Daly, University of Lincoln
This workshop took place in January 2019 in Dublin, Ireland. It was organised by the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht in conjunction with Carrig, the Irish Green Building Council and Lincoln University. The objective of the workshop was to discuss the potential impacts of climate change on Ireland’s built and archaeological heritage, and prioritise the short- and long-term adaptation actions needed.
Speakers:
- Peter Cox, Carrig Conservation
- Michael MacDonagh, Chief Archaeologist, Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht
- Sean O’Leary, DCCAE
- Dr Stephen Flood, UCC
- Paul Nolan, ICHEC
- Dr Cathy Daly, University of Lincoln
This document outlines the District of West Vancouver's climate change adaptation strategy planning process. By 2050, the region will experience hotter temperatures, changing precipitation patterns, higher sea levels, and more extreme weather. A risk assessment identified wildfires, windstorms, floods, and landslides as higher risks. The strategy will develop goals and actions to address priority climate impacts, integrate actions into operations, and regularly review the "living" plan. The District is following best practices from ICLEI Canada to build resilience through adaptation.
The document discusses climate change impacts observed in Mauritius such as rising temperatures and sea levels. It outlines studies conducted on climate change and key adaptation projects funded by the AAP and AFB to mainstream adaptation. These projects focus on coastal protection, disaster risk reduction, and climate-resilient development. Upcoming projects include a climate change observatory and strengthened efforts in coastal management, agriculture, and climate negotiation.
This document summarizes the key steps and outcomes of a project to develop Sri Lanka's first National Climate Change Adaptation Strategy. The project engaged stakeholders across sectors to develop vulnerability profiles, map climate risks, establish strategic priorities, and formulate an adaptation strategy and project pipeline. The strategy identifies five strategic thrusts and aims to mainstream climate adaptation into national planning processes and improve resilience across critical sectors like water, agriculture, and human settlements. Implementation over six years is estimated to cost $450 million. The strategy development process highlighted the need for integrated, multisectoral solutions and broad stakeholder involvement to effectively address climate risks.
This document summarizes Kenya's efforts to develop a national climate change action plan. It outlines Kenya's vulnerability to climate change impacts and its existing climate strategies. The national climate change action plan was developed through stakeholder consultations and aims to implement the national climate change response strategy. It identifies priority adaptation and mitigation actions across sectors. The action plan also analyzes Kenya's emission reduction potential and enables mainstreaming of climate change into development planning. Next steps include finalizing climate change policies and legislation, implementing priority adaptation actions, and preparing programs to reduce emissions from sectors like energy and agriculture.
This first Climate Change Adaptation Plan for
Victoria focuses on government preparedness
by ensuring that:
> appropriate risk management strategies
are in place for public assets and services;
> enhanced disaster resilience strategies
are being implemented; and
> government policies and programs
encourage and facilitate climate resilience
and adaptive capacity across the
Victorian community.
The Victorian Government committed
to preparing for a changing climate in its
Response to the independent Review of
the Climate Change Act 20101
. In late 2012,
it strengthened legislative provisions guiding
the preparation of the Climate Change
Adaptation Plan.
The plan provides the basis for building
Victoria’s climate resilience and a clear
framework for ongoing discussions and
partnerships with local government
and other stakeholders.
The presentation "National Adaptation Planning in Jamaica " by Ayesha Constable, delivered at the Climate Change and Gender Focal Points Workshop in Jamaica in September 2018.
National Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for South AfricaTariq A. Deen
The session will provide details on: the tool developed by the LEG for monitoring and evaluating progress, effectiveness and gaps (PEG M&E tool) and its application in the process to formulate and implement NAPs; and the best practices for developing monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems for adaptation at the national level. It will also look at the experiences of countries in developing and applying M&E systems at their national levels.
This workshop took place in January 2019 in Dublin, Ireland. It was organised by the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht in conjunction with Carrig, the Irish Green Building Council and Lincoln University. The objective of the workshop was to discuss the potential impacts of climate change on Ireland’s built and archaeological heritage, and prioritise the short- and long-term adaptation actions needed.
Speakers:
- Peter Cox, Carrig Conservation
- Michael MacDonagh, Chief Archaeologist, Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht
- Sean O’Leary, DCCAE
- Dr Stephen Flood, UCC
- Paul Nolan, ICHEC
- Dr Cathy Daly, University of Lincoln
This document outlines the District of West Vancouver's climate change adaptation strategy planning process. By 2050, the region will experience hotter temperatures, changing precipitation patterns, higher sea levels, and more extreme weather. A risk assessment identified wildfires, windstorms, floods, and landslides as higher risks. The strategy will develop goals and actions to address priority climate impacts, integrate actions into operations, and regularly review the "living" plan. The District is following best practices from ICLEI Canada to build resilience through adaptation.
The document discusses climate change impacts observed in Mauritius such as rising temperatures and sea levels. It outlines studies conducted on climate change and key adaptation projects funded by the AAP and AFB to mainstream adaptation. These projects focus on coastal protection, disaster risk reduction, and climate-resilient development. Upcoming projects include a climate change observatory and strengthened efforts in coastal management, agriculture, and climate negotiation.
This document summarizes the key steps and outcomes of a project to develop Sri Lanka's first National Climate Change Adaptation Strategy. The project engaged stakeholders across sectors to develop vulnerability profiles, map climate risks, establish strategic priorities, and formulate an adaptation strategy and project pipeline. The strategy identifies five strategic thrusts and aims to mainstream climate adaptation into national planning processes and improve resilience across critical sectors like water, agriculture, and human settlements. Implementation over six years is estimated to cost $450 million. The strategy development process highlighted the need for integrated, multisectoral solutions and broad stakeholder involvement to effectively address climate risks.
This document summarizes Kenya's efforts to develop a national climate change action plan. It outlines Kenya's vulnerability to climate change impacts and its existing climate strategies. The national climate change action plan was developed through stakeholder consultations and aims to implement the national climate change response strategy. It identifies priority adaptation and mitigation actions across sectors. The action plan also analyzes Kenya's emission reduction potential and enables mainstreaming of climate change into development planning. Next steps include finalizing climate change policies and legislation, implementing priority adaptation actions, and preparing programs to reduce emissions from sectors like energy and agriculture.
This first Climate Change Adaptation Plan for
Victoria focuses on government preparedness
by ensuring that:
> appropriate risk management strategies
are in place for public assets and services;
> enhanced disaster resilience strategies
are being implemented; and
> government policies and programs
encourage and facilitate climate resilience
and adaptive capacity across the
Victorian community.
The Victorian Government committed
to preparing for a changing climate in its
Response to the independent Review of
the Climate Change Act 20101
. In late 2012,
it strengthened legislative provisions guiding
the preparation of the Climate Change
Adaptation Plan.
The plan provides the basis for building
Victoria’s climate resilience and a clear
framework for ongoing discussions and
partnerships with local government
and other stakeholders.
The presentation "National Adaptation Planning in Jamaica " by Ayesha Constable, delivered at the Climate Change and Gender Focal Points Workshop in Jamaica in September 2018.
National Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for South AfricaTariq A. Deen
The session will provide details on: the tool developed by the LEG for monitoring and evaluating progress, effectiveness and gaps (PEG M&E tool) and its application in the process to formulate and implement NAPs; and the best practices for developing monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems for adaptation at the national level. It will also look at the experiences of countries in developing and applying M&E systems at their national levels.
The document discusses National Adaptation Plans (NAPs), which are mid- to long-term adaptation strategies established under the UNFCCC. It outlines the objectives and process for developing NAPs, comparing them to National Adaptation Programs of Action (NAPAs) which address immediate needs. The guidelines in Decision 5/CP.17 provide a framework for developing NAPs through laying the groundwork, preparatory elements, implementing strategies, and reporting/review. The document then raises questions about whether Nepal should start developing its NAP to address medium and long-term adaptation and mainstream it into national planning processes.
5th International Disaster and Risk Conference IDRC 2014 Integrative Risk Management - The role of science, technology & practice 24-28 August 2014 in Davos, Switzerland
The document outlines Tuvalu's process for developing its National Adaptation Plan (NAP). It discusses conducting a stocktake of available adaptation information to understand gaps and needs. It proposes establishing strategic vision and objectives for Tuvalu's NAP in line with sustainable development goals and national policies. Key issues, risks and vulnerabilities for sectors like agriculture, fisheries and water are identified. Potential adaptation strategies are discussed for selected vulnerable systems to address in the NAP. Finally, it presents a roadmap towards developing a full NAP and accessing funding from the Green Climate Fund to support the process.
1. Uganda has developed a National Climate Change Policy and implementation strategy to address the impacts of climate change. Priority sectors include agriculture, water, health, and forestry.
2. Uganda has implemented some adaptation activities through its National Adaptation Programme of Action and is developing Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions. However, funding constraints have limited full implementation.
3. Uganda is working to access the Least Developed Countries Fund to implement ecosystem-based adaptation projects and is prioritizing agriculture, renewable energy, waste, forestry, and transport for its Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions.
National Framework for Mainstreaming Climate ChangeACDI/VOCA
The document outlines Jamaica's National Framework for Mainstreaming Climate Change. It establishes a Climate Change Ministry, Policy, and Division to coordinate the country's response. The Climate Change Division's mission is to advance climate resilience and a low-carbon economy in line with Jamaica's Vision 2030 development plan. The Division coordinates policy development, information management, public awareness, and research. It also collaborates with other agencies and works internationally on climate negotiations. The framework establishes strategic objectives, flagship programs, and special initiatives to mainstream climate change adaptation across sectors such as water management, disaster risk financing, and land use planning.
Presented by Giriraj Amarnath at the National Workshop on “Use of Space Based Information for Disaster Management” Colombo, Sri Lanka, November 17, 2014
National Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report and Mitigation Analysis for th...Karim Osseiran
The document provides a greenhouse gas inventory report and mitigation analysis for Lebanon's energy sector from 1994 to 2011. It calculates emissions of carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide from energy activities using IPCC guidelines. Emissions trends are reported and drivers analyzed. Existing and potential mitigation actions are also reviewed, including new scenarios to further reduce emissions from the energy sector.
Vietnam has significant renewable energy potential from solar, wind, biomass, geothermal, and hydropower. The national energy strategy aims to develop these renewable sources and increase rural electrification. Specific targets include 11% of total energy from renewables by 2050. Vietnam also has many climate change mitigation and adaptation policies and programs. For mitigation, Vietnam focuses on energy efficiency, fuel switching, renewable energy, and reducing agricultural and waste emissions. For adaptation, priorities include disaster monitoring, coastal management, food/water security, and building climate resilience. Challenges include capacity and financing for both mitigation and adaptation efforts.
Ecosystem based Adaptation (EbA) in the International Climate InitiativeExternalEvents
www.fao.org/climatechange
The presentation was made by Lea Herberg, Project Manager Climate Change for the International Climate Initiative (IKI) of the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Building and Nuclear Safety (BMUB), at the Integrating Agriculture in National Adaptation Plans Workshop, 5-7 April 2016, Rome, Italy.
The document outlines Kenya's climate change policy. It discusses the national drivers for the policy including vulnerability, Vision 2030, and global commitments. The policy was developed through regional consultations with various stakeholders. It establishes the goal of enhancing resilience to climate change and outlines objectives and guiding principles. The policy also details frameworks for mainstreaming climate response, promoting low carbon development, and implementing climate action plans through governance, funding, research, and collaboration.
National Discussions on Priority Adaptation and Mitigation Actions for Agriculture in the National Climate Change Action Plan 2013-2017
More information: http://ccafs.cgiar.org/national-adaptation-planning-event-agriculture#.UhcfJD-LKdk
Ecosystem-based approaches to climate change adaptation and disaster risk red...NAP Events
Presentation by: CBD
4a. Experience with ecosystem-based approaches under the Convention on Biological Diversity
The session will present findings from a synthesis report prepared by the CBD Secretariat on experiences with ecosystem-based approaches to climate change adaptation (EBA) and disaster risk reduction (Eco-DRR). It will provide opportunities for countries to share experiences and discuss ways to mainstream EBA and Eco-DRR into NAPs and other plans and strategies. Participants will be invited to take part in a group exercise to identify gaps and needs, as well as entry points and opportunities for integrating EBA.
The document discusses a workshop focused on demonstrating the role of ecosystems-based management for disaster risk reduction. It provides an overview of 14 case studies examining how ecosystem services and approaches can aid in long-term planning and prevention. The key points are that ecosystems matter for disaster risk reduction by reducing both physical and socio-economic vulnerability. The ecosystem approach to disaster risk reduction follows 5 steps from coordination to integrated policies. Principles for the approach emphasize building on existing ecosystem management strategies and linking with sustainable development.
The Water and Climate Programme aims to support countries in integrating water security and climate resilience into development planning. It pursues partnerships across sectors like climate, development, and water. Its key approaches include building institutional capacity, developing tools and evidence, and strengthening coordination. Major initiatives include the Water, Climate and Development Programme in Africa, the Integrated Drought Management Programme, and building resilience in delta regions. Reflections note challenges like low absorption capacity and the need for continued capacity building and linking adaptation to investment planning.
Regional approaches to adaptation planning : Senegal experiences NAP Events
The document discusses Senegal's experience with regional approaches to adaptation planning. It provides two case studies: [1] Senegal's involvement in the Great Green Wall initiative to combat desertification, which involves planting along a 15km wide, 545km long strip of land. Over 16 million plants have been developed and 40,000 hectares planted so far. [2] The Senegal River Basin Organization (OMVS), which manages water resources across Senegal, Mali, and Mauritania through dams for irrigation, electricity, and flood control. A new program aims to improve the basin's resilience to climate change through vulnerability assessments, adaptation plans, and capacity building. Regional coordination is important for integrating projects
Nepal has taken several adaptation actions in response to climate change, guided by national policies and plans. Key actors implementing adaptation include government ministries and local governments working with NGOs and communities. Priority needs addressed are agriculture, water resources, disasters, forests, health, and urban infrastructure. The National Adaptation Program of Action guides implementation of community-level Local Adaptation Plans of Action to build resilience. Programs promote climate literacy, alternative energy, and community-based adaptation in areas like agriculture, though documentation of results needs improvement. Opportunities include strong policies and mainstreaming with other initiatives, while capacity and funding challenges remain.
South Africa's Approach to Monitoring and Evaluation for Adaptation | Alinah ...NAP Global Network
Presentation by Alinah Mthembu, Republic of South Africa, as part of the NAP Global Network's Targeted Topics Forum held in Nadi, Fiji, in February 2018.
National development and sectoral plans WP2_GWP Ghana case study_maxwell boat...Global Water Partnership
1) The document discusses linking Ghana's Water, Climate and Development Programme (WACDEP) to national development planning and decision-making processes.
2) It outlines Ghana's national development planning system and the roles of key actors like the National Development Planning Commission and regional and local governments.
3) One of the work packages discussed is supporting the integration of water security and climate resilience into national development plans and sectoral plans through activities like undertaking assessments, stakeholder engagement, and reviewing national adaptation responses.
Guidelines for mainstreaming climate change and key consideration ENVIRONMENTALALERTEA1
The document outlines objectives and approaches for mainstreaming climate change into sector plans and budgets in Uganda. It provides guidelines to help sectors conduct climate impact and vulnerability assessments, identify adaptation and mitigation opportunities, and integrate climate considerations into policymaking, financing, implementation and evaluation. Specific steps are outlined, along with tools to screen projects for climate risks and identify resilience measures to address risks. Progress in institutionalizing climate screening and budget tagging is discussed.
Sustainable Development Goals Progress Assessment Related to Environment and ...SushantLuitel1
The document discusses Nepal's progress on achieving several UN Sustainable Development Goals related to the environment and climate change. It notes that Nepal has made policies and plans to align with international agreements on climate change. However, it faces ongoing challenges to increasing awareness, adopting multi-sectoral partnerships, addressing capacity issues, and focusing on disaster risk reduction. Key priority areas identified for further action include generating more community-level climate change awareness, preparing localized adaptation plans, strengthening climate impact data collection, and providing financial and technological support for climate initiatives at provincial and local levels.
The document discusses National Adaptation Plans (NAPs), which are mid- to long-term adaptation strategies established under the UNFCCC. It outlines the objectives and process for developing NAPs, comparing them to National Adaptation Programs of Action (NAPAs) which address immediate needs. The guidelines in Decision 5/CP.17 provide a framework for developing NAPs through laying the groundwork, preparatory elements, implementing strategies, and reporting/review. The document then raises questions about whether Nepal should start developing its NAP to address medium and long-term adaptation and mainstream it into national planning processes.
5th International Disaster and Risk Conference IDRC 2014 Integrative Risk Management - The role of science, technology & practice 24-28 August 2014 in Davos, Switzerland
The document outlines Tuvalu's process for developing its National Adaptation Plan (NAP). It discusses conducting a stocktake of available adaptation information to understand gaps and needs. It proposes establishing strategic vision and objectives for Tuvalu's NAP in line with sustainable development goals and national policies. Key issues, risks and vulnerabilities for sectors like agriculture, fisheries and water are identified. Potential adaptation strategies are discussed for selected vulnerable systems to address in the NAP. Finally, it presents a roadmap towards developing a full NAP and accessing funding from the Green Climate Fund to support the process.
1. Uganda has developed a National Climate Change Policy and implementation strategy to address the impacts of climate change. Priority sectors include agriculture, water, health, and forestry.
2. Uganda has implemented some adaptation activities through its National Adaptation Programme of Action and is developing Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions. However, funding constraints have limited full implementation.
3. Uganda is working to access the Least Developed Countries Fund to implement ecosystem-based adaptation projects and is prioritizing agriculture, renewable energy, waste, forestry, and transport for its Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions.
National Framework for Mainstreaming Climate ChangeACDI/VOCA
The document outlines Jamaica's National Framework for Mainstreaming Climate Change. It establishes a Climate Change Ministry, Policy, and Division to coordinate the country's response. The Climate Change Division's mission is to advance climate resilience and a low-carbon economy in line with Jamaica's Vision 2030 development plan. The Division coordinates policy development, information management, public awareness, and research. It also collaborates with other agencies and works internationally on climate negotiations. The framework establishes strategic objectives, flagship programs, and special initiatives to mainstream climate change adaptation across sectors such as water management, disaster risk financing, and land use planning.
Presented by Giriraj Amarnath at the National Workshop on “Use of Space Based Information for Disaster Management” Colombo, Sri Lanka, November 17, 2014
National Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report and Mitigation Analysis for th...Karim Osseiran
The document provides a greenhouse gas inventory report and mitigation analysis for Lebanon's energy sector from 1994 to 2011. It calculates emissions of carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide from energy activities using IPCC guidelines. Emissions trends are reported and drivers analyzed. Existing and potential mitigation actions are also reviewed, including new scenarios to further reduce emissions from the energy sector.
Vietnam has significant renewable energy potential from solar, wind, biomass, geothermal, and hydropower. The national energy strategy aims to develop these renewable sources and increase rural electrification. Specific targets include 11% of total energy from renewables by 2050. Vietnam also has many climate change mitigation and adaptation policies and programs. For mitigation, Vietnam focuses on energy efficiency, fuel switching, renewable energy, and reducing agricultural and waste emissions. For adaptation, priorities include disaster monitoring, coastal management, food/water security, and building climate resilience. Challenges include capacity and financing for both mitigation and adaptation efforts.
Ecosystem based Adaptation (EbA) in the International Climate InitiativeExternalEvents
www.fao.org/climatechange
The presentation was made by Lea Herberg, Project Manager Climate Change for the International Climate Initiative (IKI) of the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Building and Nuclear Safety (BMUB), at the Integrating Agriculture in National Adaptation Plans Workshop, 5-7 April 2016, Rome, Italy.
The document outlines Kenya's climate change policy. It discusses the national drivers for the policy including vulnerability, Vision 2030, and global commitments. The policy was developed through regional consultations with various stakeholders. It establishes the goal of enhancing resilience to climate change and outlines objectives and guiding principles. The policy also details frameworks for mainstreaming climate response, promoting low carbon development, and implementing climate action plans through governance, funding, research, and collaboration.
National Discussions on Priority Adaptation and Mitigation Actions for Agriculture in the National Climate Change Action Plan 2013-2017
More information: http://ccafs.cgiar.org/national-adaptation-planning-event-agriculture#.UhcfJD-LKdk
Ecosystem-based approaches to climate change adaptation and disaster risk red...NAP Events
Presentation by: CBD
4a. Experience with ecosystem-based approaches under the Convention on Biological Diversity
The session will present findings from a synthesis report prepared by the CBD Secretariat on experiences with ecosystem-based approaches to climate change adaptation (EBA) and disaster risk reduction (Eco-DRR). It will provide opportunities for countries to share experiences and discuss ways to mainstream EBA and Eco-DRR into NAPs and other plans and strategies. Participants will be invited to take part in a group exercise to identify gaps and needs, as well as entry points and opportunities for integrating EBA.
The document discusses a workshop focused on demonstrating the role of ecosystems-based management for disaster risk reduction. It provides an overview of 14 case studies examining how ecosystem services and approaches can aid in long-term planning and prevention. The key points are that ecosystems matter for disaster risk reduction by reducing both physical and socio-economic vulnerability. The ecosystem approach to disaster risk reduction follows 5 steps from coordination to integrated policies. Principles for the approach emphasize building on existing ecosystem management strategies and linking with sustainable development.
The Water and Climate Programme aims to support countries in integrating water security and climate resilience into development planning. It pursues partnerships across sectors like climate, development, and water. Its key approaches include building institutional capacity, developing tools and evidence, and strengthening coordination. Major initiatives include the Water, Climate and Development Programme in Africa, the Integrated Drought Management Programme, and building resilience in delta regions. Reflections note challenges like low absorption capacity and the need for continued capacity building and linking adaptation to investment planning.
Regional approaches to adaptation planning : Senegal experiences NAP Events
The document discusses Senegal's experience with regional approaches to adaptation planning. It provides two case studies: [1] Senegal's involvement in the Great Green Wall initiative to combat desertification, which involves planting along a 15km wide, 545km long strip of land. Over 16 million plants have been developed and 40,000 hectares planted so far. [2] The Senegal River Basin Organization (OMVS), which manages water resources across Senegal, Mali, and Mauritania through dams for irrigation, electricity, and flood control. A new program aims to improve the basin's resilience to climate change through vulnerability assessments, adaptation plans, and capacity building. Regional coordination is important for integrating projects
Nepal has taken several adaptation actions in response to climate change, guided by national policies and plans. Key actors implementing adaptation include government ministries and local governments working with NGOs and communities. Priority needs addressed are agriculture, water resources, disasters, forests, health, and urban infrastructure. The National Adaptation Program of Action guides implementation of community-level Local Adaptation Plans of Action to build resilience. Programs promote climate literacy, alternative energy, and community-based adaptation in areas like agriculture, though documentation of results needs improvement. Opportunities include strong policies and mainstreaming with other initiatives, while capacity and funding challenges remain.
South Africa's Approach to Monitoring and Evaluation for Adaptation | Alinah ...NAP Global Network
Presentation by Alinah Mthembu, Republic of South Africa, as part of the NAP Global Network's Targeted Topics Forum held in Nadi, Fiji, in February 2018.
National development and sectoral plans WP2_GWP Ghana case study_maxwell boat...Global Water Partnership
1) The document discusses linking Ghana's Water, Climate and Development Programme (WACDEP) to national development planning and decision-making processes.
2) It outlines Ghana's national development planning system and the roles of key actors like the National Development Planning Commission and regional and local governments.
3) One of the work packages discussed is supporting the integration of water security and climate resilience into national development plans and sectoral plans through activities like undertaking assessments, stakeholder engagement, and reviewing national adaptation responses.
Guidelines for mainstreaming climate change and key consideration ENVIRONMENTALALERTEA1
The document outlines objectives and approaches for mainstreaming climate change into sector plans and budgets in Uganda. It provides guidelines to help sectors conduct climate impact and vulnerability assessments, identify adaptation and mitigation opportunities, and integrate climate considerations into policymaking, financing, implementation and evaluation. Specific steps are outlined, along with tools to screen projects for climate risks and identify resilience measures to address risks. Progress in institutionalizing climate screening and budget tagging is discussed.
Sustainable Development Goals Progress Assessment Related to Environment and ...SushantLuitel1
The document discusses Nepal's progress on achieving several UN Sustainable Development Goals related to the environment and climate change. It notes that Nepal has made policies and plans to align with international agreements on climate change. However, it faces ongoing challenges to increasing awareness, adopting multi-sectoral partnerships, addressing capacity issues, and focusing on disaster risk reduction. Key priority areas identified for further action include generating more community-level climate change awareness, preparing localized adaptation plans, strengthening climate impact data collection, and providing financial and technological support for climate initiatives at provincial and local levels.
Session 1 - National Energy Research & Policy Conference 2022SustainableEnergyAut
The document discusses societal engagement and public participation in Ireland's Climate Action Plan. It outlines how previous public consultations have informed climate policy and the importance of continuing meaningful public engagement. It describes the National Dialogue on Climate Action, which aims to establish an evidence-based model for public participation in climate policy through activities that improve climate literacy, empower communities, and inform policymaking through research. The goal is to build a new social contract between the government and public around climate action through collaborative and inclusive engagement.
The document outlines Ireland's policy response to climate resilience. It discusses several key policies and plans introduced between 2014-2019 to transition Ireland to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy by 2050. This includes the 2014 National Climate Policy, 2015 Climate Change Act, 2017 National Mitigation Plan, 2018 National Adaptation Framework, and 2019 Climate Action Plan which contains 183 actions across sectors. The Climate Action Plan aims to improve governance, require sectoral adaptation plans from local authorities, and create an online climate information platform called Climate Ireland.
3.1.3 Developing lasting capacity- Saint LuciaNAP Events
Saint Lucia has developed a National Adaptation Plan (NAP) to address the climate change impacts the country is expected to face such as decreased water availability, increased flooding, more intense storms, and sea level rise. The NAP was created through a consultative process involving multiple stakeholders and identifies adaptation needs and strategies across key sectors like water, agriculture, fisheries, and infrastructure. It includes over 300 adaptation measures and will be implemented over 10 years, coordinated by the National Climate Change Committee and funded through national budgets as well as sources like the Green Climate Fund. The NAP is intended to be a living document that will be regularly reviewed and updated to ensure Saint Lucia can build resilience to climate change risks.
This document summarizes Bhutan's progress in developing a National Adaptation Plan (NAP). It outlines Bhutan's rapid stocktaking process to identify what information is available and where gaps exist to inform the NAP formulation. Key vulnerabilities from climate change include dependence on agriculture and hydropower, and increased risks from disasters. The document discusses framing the NAP in line with sustainable development goals. It also outlines some initial adaptation strategies for sectors like agriculture and hydroenergy to address vulnerabilities from shifts in rainfall and production variability.
Presentation by Dr. Orville Grey, Jamaica's Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, for the webinar "Sector Integration in the NAP Process."
You can watch a recording of the webinar here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCTfrhYx13o&feature=youtu.be
Presentation- Fourth meeting of the Task Force on Climate Change Adaptation -...OECD Environment
The document summarizes Italy's goals and policies around climate change adaptation and ecological transition. The Ministry of Ecological Transition's goals are to make Italy more resilient to climate change and ensure an inclusive transition through sustainable development and job growth. Key challenges include water resources, coastal areas, ecosystems and more. Italy uses strategies like the National Adaptation Plan and regional plans to address issues. The National Recovery and Resilience Plan commits 40% of funds to climate measures across six missions, focusing on green transition, mobility and inclusion. Specific measures protect land/water, safeguard air quality and biodiversity, and restore areas like the Po river basin. Italy also cooperates internationally on climate adaptation and finance.
Experiences with Ecosystem-based Approaches to Climate Change Adaptation and ...NAP Events
Presentation by: CBD
4a. Experience with ecosystem-based approaches under the Convention on Biological Diversity
The session will present findings from a synthesis report prepared by the CBD Secretariat on experiences with ecosystem-based approaches to climate change adaptation (EBA) and disaster risk reduction (Eco-DRR). It will provide opportunities for countries to share experiences and discuss ways to mainstream EBA and Eco-DRR into NAPs and other plans and strategies. Participants will be invited to take part in a group exercise to identify gaps and needs, as well as entry points and opportunities for integrating EBA.
Regional and transboundary cooperation WP1 GWPCAR case study_avril alexander_...Global Water Partnership
The document summarizes the work of the Global Water Partnership-Caribbean (GWP-C) in supporting regional cooperation on water and climate change adaptation. Key points:
- GWP-C partners with 20 Caribbean states to help small island countries cope with climate impacts like sea level rise and extreme weather on limited water resources.
- The organization works with CARICOM to implement regional plans to assess water resources, build climate-resilient water management strategies, and establish water agencies.
- GWP-C's current project aims to enhance regional cooperation on water security through activities like a consultation workshop and developing online tools to support climate-resilient water decisions.
The document discusses the Climate Change and Development Project (CCDP) led by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) in Tanzania, Mozambique, and Zambia. The CCDP aims to build climate resilience at local and national levels by increasing awareness, building capacity for vulnerability assessments, and supporting adaptation activities. It outlines the CCDP's results areas and describes ongoing activities, including training stakeholders, implementing adaptation measures in pilot sites, and influencing climate policy.
This document discusses developing long-term mitigation strategies in Indonesia. It notes that Indonesia's greenhouse gas emissions in 2016 were 1,457,774 Gg CO2e and its Nationally Determined Contribution commitments include reducing emissions 29-41% by 2030. It outlines Indonesia's process for developing strategies, including its first NDC in 2016, updated NDC under finalization in 2020, Long-Term Strategy by 2050 currently under preparation, and Medium-Term Development Plan for 2020-2024. Possible approaches for the long-term strategy include carbon neutral and conditional target scenarios. Key barriers to the strategy include alignment with existing plans, data availability, and stakeholder involvement. Strengthening institutions, technical capacity,
Fiji has committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions through its updated NDC and national policies. Its targets include a 30% reduction in CO2 emissions from energy by 2030 compared to business as usual, with 10% unconditionally and 20% conditionally. Fiji also commits to net zero emissions by 2050 and enacting climate change legislation. Fiji's Low Emission Development Strategy identifies priority sectors for mitigation like energy, transport, agriculture, and waste. The national mitigation actions plan outlines specific short, medium and long term actions to achieve emissions reductions through 2030. Challenges remain in fully implementing policies and tracking reductions across sectors.
National Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for South AfricaNAP Events
Presented by: Tlou Emmanuel Ramaru
8.3 Monitoring and evaluation
The session will provide details on: the tool developed by the LEG for monitoring and evaluating progress, effectiveness and gaps (PEG M&E tool) and its application in the process to formulate and implement NAPs; and the best practices for developing monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems for adaptation at the national level. It will also look at the experiences of countries in developing and applying M&E systems at their national levels.
The document summarizes Uganda's key actions on climate change. It outlines Uganda's policy and institutional framework for responding to climate change, including establishing the Climate Change Department within the Ministry of Water and Environment. It also describes some of Uganda's key climate change plans and policies like the National Climate Change Policy, National Adaptation Programme of Action, and Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions. Finally, it provides an overview of some of Uganda's key ongoing activities for climate change coordination, reporting, mainstreaming, and financing.
Climate Change Screening and Programme Appraisal in MOAC - Building Institut...UNDP Climate
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IDRC has been a trailblazer in climate change adaptation research, supporting over $190 million in projects since 2006. Their current initiatives include four large research consortia totaling $70 million focused on adaptation in Africa and Asia. One example project used ICT to share climate and market data with over 120,000 farmers in Uganda, reducing crop losses by up to 67%. IDRC is also funding a $546,800 project in Angola assessing the impacts of climate variability on water resources and infrastructure in four coastal cities and developing governance recommendations.
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Climate Adaptation Strategy for Built & Archaeological Heritage - Workshop 1
1. Stakeholder Workshop 1
Tuesday, 22 January 2019
Ballinasloe Library
CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION STRATEGY
FOR BUILT AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL HERITAGE
2. The Team
•Peter Cox, Managing Director of Carrig and Intellectual Oversight and
Team Lead of Project
•Dr Caroline Engel Purcell, Head of Research at Carrig and Project
Coordinator / Built Heritage Researcher
•Clara Chan, Case Study Researcher & Graphic Design
Carrig Conservation (Project Lead)
•Dr Cathy Daly, Senior Lecturer in Conservation and Lead
Project Researcher
University of Lincoln (Research Partner)
•Marion Jammet & Pat Barry, Stakeholder and Public Consultation
Coordination & Facilitation
Irish Green Building Council (Coordination Partner)
•Faith Wilson (Ecologist), Impact Screening Reports for SEA and AA
•Margaret Gowen (Archaeologist), Consult on the Priority Impact
Assessment and Draft Adaptation Sectoral Plan
Additional Expertise
3. Running Order
◦ 13.30 Registration & Networking
◦ 13.55 Welcome
Peter Cox, Carrig Conservation
◦ 14.00 Introduction
Michael MacDonagh, DCHG
◦ 14.05 National Adaptation Framework
Sean O’Leary, DCCAE
◦ 14.20 Sectoral Adaptation Guidelines
Dr Barry O’Dwyer, UCC
◦ 14.35 Ireland’s Changing Climate –
What can we expect?
Alastair McKinstry, ICHEC
◦ 14.50 Climate Change Sectoral Adaptation
Plan for Built & Archaeological Heritage –
Progress to date
Dr Cathy Daly, University of Lincoln
◦ 15.05 Q&As
◦ 15.15 Group Discussions
◦ 16.45 Group Feedback & Closing
Peter Cox, Carrig Conservation
4. Planning for a Climate Resilient Ireland
Climate Adaptation and the National Adaptation
Framework
Seán O’Leary
Climate Adaptation, Soils, GMOs and Chemicals Division, DCCAE
5. 5 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
Agenda
• Climate Change Adaptation and Climate Policy
• National Adaptation Framework
o Sectoral Adaptation Plans
o Adaptation Planning Resources
o Local Authority Adaptation
• National Adaptation Framework Governance
6. 6 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
IPCC 1.5⁰C Report
• Global mean temperature currently 1⁰C above pre-industrial
levels and rising 0.2⁰C per decade; will exceed 1.5⁰C by
around 2040
• Many impacts of climate change are ‘locked-in’ for decades
to come
• 2ºC global warming, compared to 1.5ºC global warming, will
produce more intense, and more frequent, extreme events
and higher risks than previously thought for the global
economy and global biodiversity
7. 7 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
IPCC 1.5⁰C Report
8. 8 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
Climate Change Adaptation
• In addition to efforts to reduce the rate and intensity of
climate change (mitigation), planned process of adjustment
to climate change and its effects (adaptation) is required
• The aim of adaptation is to reduce the vulnerability of our
environment, society and economy and increase resilience
• Brings opportunity through green growth, innovation, jobs
and ecosystem enhancement as well as improvements in
areas such as water and air quality
9. 9 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
Climate Policy
Sectoral Adaptation Plans
and Local Adaptation
Strategies
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
April 2014: Ireland’s
National Policy Position on
Climate Action and Low
Carbon Development
Climate Action
and Low Carbon Development
Act, 2015
2019
Annual Transition
Statement
2017
July 2017: February 2018: April 2018:
January 2018: September 2019
10. 10 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
Climate Change Impacts
Source: Page 33 National Adaptation Framework
Source: Page 29 National Adaptation Framework
11. 11 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
National Adaptation Framework
• Context is 2014 National Policy
Position and Climate Action and
Low Carbon Development Act
2015
• Approved by Government in
December 2017 and published
in January 2018
• Builds on non-statutory 2012
National Climate Change
Adaptation Framework
12. 12 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
NAF Overview
• Assess the key risks and vulnerabilities of climate change -
local authorities/regions/key sectors
• Implement climate resilience actions
• Ensure climate adaptation considerations are mainstreamed
into all local, regional and national policy making
13. 13 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
NAF Overview
• Under the Framework, seven Government Departments (or Agencies, where
appropriate) with responsibility for twelve priority sectors are required to
prepare sectoral adaptation plans
• Sectoral plans to be submitted to Government for approval by 30 September
2019 (Government Decision)
• Sectoral adaptation plans are to be prepared in line with the Climate Act,
NAF and “Sectoral Planning Guidelines for Climate Change Adaptation”
published in 2018
• Local Authorities to prepare Local Adaptation Strategies by same date
• Local adaptation strategies will also be prepared in line with the Act, NAF and
published “Local Authority Adaptation Strategy Development Guidelines”
14. 14 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
Sectors
Minister of the Government to submit a Sectoral Adaptation Plans to
Government by 30 September 2019
Seafood
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine
Agriculture
Forestry
Biodiversity
Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht
Built and Archaeological Heritage
Transport infrastructure Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport
Electricity and Gas Networks
Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment
Communications Networks
Flood Risk Management Minister of State at the Office of Public Works
Water Quality
Minister Housing, Planning and Local Government
Water Services Infrastructure
Health Minister for Health
15. 15 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
Sectoral Plans
Completed plans could include actions that:
• Mainstream adaptation into sectoral plans and policies
• Identify and understand the key vulnerabilities, risks and opportunities facing their sectors
• Ensure that plans related to emergencies assigned to a sectoral department as lead
Government department under the Strategic Emergency Planning Guidelines are climate
proofed
• Identify and collect information on the costs and benefits of adaptation within their sectors
• Build capacity within their sectors to cope with climate change
• Identify and address key research gaps within their sectors
• Improve coordination with the local government sector
• Develop appropriate monitoring and verification systems within their sectors
16. 16 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
Local Authorities
• Key player – implementation
• Workshops/Seminars –
2014/2015/2016
• Regional Approach – 4 Climate
Action Regional Offices
• Funding secured - €10m over 5
years
17. 17 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
Local Authorities - CAROs
19. 19 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
Sectoral and Local Authority
Guidelines
• Sectoral Planning Guidelines for Climate Change
Adaptation were published in May 2018
• Local Authority Adaptation Strategy Development
Guidelines published in December 2018
• Prepared with Climate Ireland
• Aim to ensure coherent and consistent approach
to adaptation planning is adopted at national and
local levels and draw on existing sources of
climate and adaptation information
• Supported by online tools hosted on
www.climateireland.ie
20. 20 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
Governance and Implementation
• Framework includes 12
Key Actions and a
number of Supporting
Objectives
• Revised National
Adaptation Steering
Committee overseen by
High Level Climate
Action Steering Group
21. 21 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
Next Steps/Challenges
• Mainstream adaptation into sectoral plans and policies
• Identify and understand key vulnerabilities, risks and opportunities
• Identify and collect information on the costs and benefits of
adaptation
• Build capacity within sectors to cope with climate change
• Improve coordination across sectors (i.e. Local Government/Central
Government)
• Effective short and long term response across whole of government
• Develop appropriate monitoring and verification systems
• Identify and address key research gaps
22. 22 An Roinn Cumarsáide, Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide & Comhshaoil | Department of Communications, Climate Action & Environment
Conclusion
• 12 Sectoral Adaptation Plans to be prepared by 30
September 2019
• Resources – Climate Ireland, Adaptation Planning
Guidelines
• 4 Climate Action Regional Offices established supporting
preparation of Local Adaptation Strategies and engagement
with sectors
24. SECTORAL
ADAPTATION
GUIDELINES:
AN OVERVIEW
Barry O’Dwyer, Stephen
Flood, Paul Alexander &
Jeremy Gault.
MaREI Centre, ERI,
University College Cork, Ireland.
Climate Change Adaptation Sectoral Plan for Built
and Archaeological Heritage – Workshop 1. January
1st, 2019: Ballinasloe Library, Ballinasloe.
25. Funded by:
2011
2013
Phase 1
System Design
Phase 2
Local Authorities
Phase 3
Sectoral
2015
Supporting
National,
Sectoral and
Local Level
Adaptation
Planning
Climate Ireland
Operational
2017/2018
Delivered by:
INTRODUCTION: CLIMATE IRELAND
26. IRELAND’S ONLINE SOURCE OF CLIMATE & ADAPTATION
INFORMATION (HTTP://WWW.CLIMATEIRELAND.IE)
DEVELOPING CAPACITY &
SUPPORTING PLANNING
INTRODUCTION: CLIMATE IRELAND
27. INTRODUCTION: SECTORAL ADAPTATION
PLANNING GUIDELINES
• Iterative and 6 Step
Adaptive Management
Framework;
• Flexible (e.g. Qualitative
and Quantitative
Information).
• Supported by Climate
Ireland’s Sectoral
Adaptation Tool (beta).
28. SECTORAL PLANNING FOR CLIMATE ADAPTATION
As a minimum, these plans will present evidence of a clear understanding
and description of the risks presented by climate change to the sector,
their vulnerability to such risks and actions both to address the risks and
ensure the climate resilience of the sectors (NAF, 2018).
• Team Building
• Capacity Building
• Sectoral Analysis
• Vulnerability Assessment
• Current
• Future
• Sectoral Impact
• Prioritise
• Case Study Development
• Identifying, Assessing &
Appraising Options
• Prioritisation and Selection
• Implementation Planning
• Documentation
• Planning : Monitoring &
Assessment
29. PREPARING THE GROUND
Team Building:
The Adaptation Team should consist of both a Core and Planning Team.
Capacity Building:
Develop shared understanding of climate change, adaptation and
planning.
Engagement, Collaboration and Analysis:
Identify and engage with stakeholders, communicate the process,
goals and parameters
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30. BENEFITS OF STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
• Developing a better understanding of current and
future impacts, vulnerabilities and risk (Step 2, 3 & 4);
• Identification of potential synergies and conflicts
associated with proposed adaptation measures
(Step 5);
• Securing buy-in for the adaptation plan, including in
implementation, monitoring and evaluation;
• Develop an informed stakeholder community to
support subsequent iterations of the planning
process.
32. STAGED APPROACH TO CLIMATE IMPACT
ASSESSMENT
1. Climate Impact Screening:
- Broad understanding of sectoral
vulnerability to ongoing and
potential future climate impacts;
- Collect all relevant preliminary
information to allow for
prioritisation.
2. Prioritisation:
- According to level of
impact/vulnerability, sectoral
aims and objectives.
2. Priority Impact Assessment:
- Develop a more detailed
understanding of climate impacts
and vulnerabilities considered a
sectoral priority.
Adopts a Vulnerability Based Approach
to hazards which is flexible in terms of
available data sets.
33. 1. High Level/National
Messages
2. Prioritisation
3. Regional & Local Climate Information
Employing Climate
Information for
Adaptation – A
Tiered Approach
1. Climate Impact Screening
Aim: Develop wide-ranging understanding
Current
Potential Future
2. Prioritisation (Objectives)
Aim: Make it relevant/Contextualise
Current
Potential Future
3. Priority Impact Assessment
Aim: Detailed Understanding
Current Potential Future
34. CLIMATE IMPACT SCREENING: VULNERABILITY
Scoping for impacts and
sensitivities:
Exposure (Where?):
• Specific
• Location/Area,
• Regional
• National
Sensitivity (What/who?):
• Customers (Young;
Old)
• Infrastructure
• Service Delivery
• Legislative/Policy
Adaptive Capacity
(Ability to offset adverse
Impacts)
• Flood prevention
• Planning
• Emergency Response
35. Projected changes in levels of precipitation for
the period 2041-2060 , compared with the
period 1981-2000 (adapted from Nolan, 2015)
CLIMATE IMPACT SCREENING:
FUTURE VULNERABILITY
36. ASSESSING PRIORITY CLIMATE IMPACTS
• Develop a more detailed
understanding through case
studies of priority climate impacts;
• Provide information on existing
vulnerability (including
information on any thresholds);
• Provide an assessment of
potential future impacts based
on spatial & temporal variations in
projected changes in key climate
parameters and impacts (where
available);
• Include information on projected
changes in sensitivities and
sectoral aims aims and
objectives;
• Highlight data deficits/gaps.
Between 1990 and 2030 €3.5billion
will be invested in afforestation.
37. DEVELOP YOUR PLAN
Type of Action: Action:
Capacity Building • Vulnerability Assessment;
• Identify and address key research gaps within their sectors;
• Improve co-ordination with the local government sector.
Business Case
Development
• Cost-benefit analysis;
• Monitoring and Systems.
Understanding/
Awareness
• Communication;
• Public engagement.
Mainstreaming/
Climate Proofing
• Include climate considerations in all policy and plans;
• Emergency Plans.
• Establish goals, sequence objectives;
• Identify and prioritise adaptation options (Build Capacity
and Deliver Adaptation Action);
• Implementation plan and documentation (Barriers and
enablers).
41. • Irish Centre for High-End Computing (ICHEC)
• Met Éireann
• Research Funded by the DCCAE & EPA
• Main area of research is Simulating Future Climate Change
Presentation Outline:
• Global Climate Projections
• Regional Climate Projections for Ireland
Overview
42. Global Climate Modelling (EC-Earth)
• The impact of increasing greenhouse gases on future climate change can be
simulated using Global Climate Models (Earth System Models)
• EC-Earth is one such Earth
System model
– European Consortium,
29 partners.
– One of over 25 “IPCC-
class” climate models.
• Irish Centre for High-End
Computing (ICHEC) & Met
Éireann are partnered in
developing and running the
model.
• Results contributed towards the CMIP5 project and the Intergovernmental Panel
on Climate Change (IPCC) 5th Assessment Report (AR5)
• Currently working on CMIP6 simulations and Ireland’s contribution to IPCC AR6
Report .
44. Annual Rainfall
Change (%) as
simulated by the
EC-Earth
simulations.
Annual change
calculated w.r.t.
1961-1990 mean
45. Downscaling the EC-Earth Data
• The spatial resolution of the global models are constrained by
computational resources. It is not possible to assess the impacts of
climate change at a regional level.
Global Model
to Regional Model
• We used Regional Climate Models (RCMs) to dynamically downscale
the coarse information from the global models.
50. RCM Projections For Ireland
• The future climate of Ireland was simulated at high spatial
resolution for the 40-year period 2021-2060
• For reference, the past climate was simulated for the period
1961-2005
• Difference between the two periods provide a measure of
climate change
51. RCM Projections for Ireland
- the Ensemble Method (Uncertainty)
• Climate change projections are subject to uncertainty, which
limits the value of individual projections.
• To address this issue of uncertainty, an ensemble of Regional
Climate Models (RCMs) was run.
• Through the ensemble approach, the uncertainty in the
projections can be quantified, proving a measure of
confidence in the predictions.
52. RCM Projections for Ireland
- the Ensemble Method (Uncertainty)
90th Percentile: “Very Likely” 66th Percentile: “Likely”
53. RCM Projections for Ireland
- the Ensemble Method
Global Climate Models Regional Climate Models
54. RCM Projections for Ireland
- the Ensemble Method
EC-Earth (3)
HadGEM2-ES
ECHAM5 (4)
CGCM3.1
MIROC5
MPI-ESM-LR
CNRM-CM5
CLM3
COSMO-CLM4
COSMO-CLM5
WRF
Global Climate Models Regional Climate Models
56. RCM Projections For Ireland
• Running such a large ensemble was a substantial computational
task and required extensive use of the ICHEC & ECMWF
supercomputer systems over 3 to 4 years.
• The RCP4.5 and the B1 scenario simulations were used to create a
medium-low emission ensemble while the RCP8.5, A1B and A2
simulations were used to create a high emission ensemble.
70. Extreme Storm Track Projections
(Small Increase Over Ireland by Mid-Century)
1976-2005 Mid-century RCP8.5
71. Key Findings/Projection Areas for consideration and further investigation
Mean temperature
increase of 1-
1.6℃. 𝐋𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭 increase in
the east
Ability to predict change at a regional level allows for a more
precise and targeted (geographically) strategy for adaptation
Summer day temperatures
increase of over 2℃
Effect on likelihood and severity of heat waves (public health
impact)
Frost nights decease of
~50%
Impact on agriculture, pest control and plant growth
Growing season increase of
over 35 days/year
Open opportunity to grow new types of crops (agricultural
planning)
Large projected drying
during summer
More frequent and severe droughts - implication re. water
resource management and agriculture
Increase heavy rainfall
events during autumn &
winter
Increased likelihood and severity of flooding - need to improve
reliability of regional forecast for flood management
Wind energy decrease for
all seasons (except winter)
Wind energy likely to decrease, may require re-thinking of
strategy re. diversification of renewable courses (solar and wind)
across the year
72. “Ensemble of regional climate model
projections for Ireland”
http://www.epa.ie/pubs/reports/research/clim
ate/research159ensembleofregionalclimatemo
delprojectionsforireland.html
• Results have contributed towards
numerous governmental climate
change reports
• An updated report is currently under
preparation.
• Future time period extended to
1975-2100.
• Future climate simulated under all
4 RCPs (2.6, 4.5, 6.0 & 8.5)
Thank you
78. STAKEHOLDER WORKSHOPS
BALLINASLOE & DUBLIN
22-23 JANUARY 2019
Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for
Built and Archaeological Heritage
Cathy Daly University of Lincoln
79. The Approach
Department of Communications, Climate Action &
Environment
Sectoral Planning Guidelines for Climate Change
Adaptation (May 2018)
6 Step Process
Preparing
the Ground
Climate
Impact
Screening
Setting
Priorities
Priority
Impact
Assessment
Develop
the Plan
Implement,
Evaluate &
Review
80. Progress so far
1. Preparing the
Ground
Schedule of meetings,
consultations and works to
ensure the development of an
effective adaptation plan
Establish Core Team.
Confirm stakeholder groups.
Prepare for stakeholder
consultation.
2. Climate
Impact
Screening
Overview of sectoral
vulnerability to projected
climate change
Climate Impact Chain (based
on background report and
additional information).
3. Prioritisation Identify key priorities for
adaptation in the sector
Highlight the climatic changes
and impacts that will have the
greatest sectoral
consequences
Prepare for and hold 2
stakeholder meetings in Dublin &
Galway.
Use screening in Step 2 and
stakeholder feedback to rank
priorities.
81. Next phase
4. Priority Impact
Assessment
Case study illustration of priority
impacts & a more detailed
understanding of vulnerabilities
for different scenarios
(4-5 based in Ireland)
Gather and develop case
studies based on Steps 2 & 3,
stakeholder input, research and
GIS data sources.
Develop instructional diagrams.
5. Develop the
Plan
Identification of adaptation
goals, sequencing of
objectives and actions to
implement the plan
Develop sectoral plan based on
the Background Study, Steps 2-4
and a review of adaptation
plans from other sectors and EU
countries.
Consult stakeholders via email
on the proposed goals,
objectives and actions.
6. Evaluate,
Revise &
Disseminate
Final draft plan released for
public consultation and impact
screening reports written for the
SEA and AA
Disseminate, track & evaluate
progress of the plan
Host a public and stakeholder
consultation on the draft plan,
summarise feedback and revise
the plan based on the
feedback.
Draft impact screening reports
for SEA and AA.
82. Draft Adaptation Plan Outline
1. Introduction: Scope & Focus; Process & Methodology - Cathy
2. Co-Benefits – Cathy/Caroline
3. Strategic Environmental Assessment and Appropriate Assessment - Faith
4. Climatic Trends in Ireland – Cathy
5. Built and Archaeological Heritage Sector Profile – Caroline
6. Vulnerability of Ireland’s Built and Archaeological Heritage to Climate Change - Cathy
7. Case Study Impacts Assessment - Clara
8. Cross Sectoral Issues - Cathy
9. Current Planning & Management Measures – Peter
10. Adaptation Goals & Objectives – Cathy
11. Adaptation Action Plan - Cathy
12. Monitoring & Review – Cathy/Dept
83. Impacts of Climate Change for Ireland’s
built and archaeological heritage
Direct
1. Catastrophic (sudden)
2. Cumulative (slow onset)
Indirect
1. Mitigation
2. Adaptation
Latin Quarter area of Galway, 2013
84. Climate Stimuli Impact
Sectoral Consequences
Built Heritage (including landscapes)
Sectoral Consequences
Archaeology
Higher temperatures
Hotter summers
Warmer winters
Prolonged dry periods
Longer growing season
Accelerated micro-biological activity
Altered rate of chemical reactions
Ocean acidification
DIRECT
Challenges:
Increased biological growth &/or changes in species (pests & mould)
Increased urban pollution effects, chemical processes of deterioration (summer)
Increased thermal weathering
Increased risk of fires
Loss/gain plant species
Opportunities
Reduction in freeze thaw weathering
Challenges:
Accelerated deterioration
Desiccation of organics
Change in vegetation cover
Deterioration of peatlands
Increased risk of fires
Opportunities
Discovery of sites (crop marks)
INDIRECT
Challenges:
Maladaptation of occupied buildings
Changing land use (agriculture & renewables)
Opportunities:
Increased recreational use
Challenges:
Changing land use (agriculture & renewables)
Opportunities:
Increased recreational use
Extreme precipitation
&
storms
Flooding
Increased water flow
Altered water table
Change in humidity cycles
Increase in penetration of water and
time of wetness
Changes in soil chemistry
Deterioration of water quality
DIRECT
Challenges:
Salt weathering
Microbiological growth
Rising damp
Subsidence / landslip
Changes in surface deposition & washing of pollutants
Soiling
Surface erosion & abrasion
Physical damage, loss & collapse
Tree throw
Challenges:
Landslide
Erosion
Silting
Pollution/contamination
Rock fall
Tree throw
Altered preservation conditions
Collapse/subsidence
Opportunities:
Discovery through erosion
INDIRECT
Challenges:
Damaging flood defences
Challenges:
Damaging flood and drainage works
Climate Stimuli Impact
Sectoral Consequences
Built Heritage (including landscapes)
Sectoral Consequences
Archaeology
Sea level rise
&
storm surge
Coastal erosion
Coastal flooding
Increased wave heights
Saline intrusion
Wind transported salts
Wind driven sand
DIRECT
Challenges:
Mechanical erosion
Salt weathering
Sand blasting
Erosion of foundations
Physical damage, loss & collapse
Rising damp accompanied by salts
Challenges
Saline intrusion (soils and water table)
Altered preservation conditions
Erosion & exposure (sand dunes, underwater and intertidal)
Submersion (marine, intertidal)
Sedimentation (intertidal, marine)
Opportunities
Discovery of sites
INDIRECT
Challenges:
Maladaptation (damaging coastal defences)
Reputational loss (where losses are severe and public confidence in heritage sector is
reduced)
Challenges:
Maladaptation (damaging coastal defenses)
Reputational loss (where losses are severe and public confidence
in the heritage sector is reduced)
85. Coastal Heritage
…includes land based sites, intertidal sites and underwater or submerged sites
Direct impacts include sea level rise (SLR), storm events and greater wave energy leading
to flooding, saline intrusion, coastal erosion and coastal squeeze
Maladaptation - Possible conflicting
demands for protection of coastal assets
Tidal influences – liable to be felt at
higher reaches of river systems, cause
flooding and rising ground water/saline
intrusion in previously immune areas
(including many historic urban centres)
https://youtu.be/IHAPJUQGwjg
Underwater archaeology – erosion,
accessibility and changing preservation
conditions
http://www.engineersjournal.ie/2017/06/06/coastal-erosion-in-ireland-a-
perspective-on-past-present-and-future-management/
87. Archaeology
…buried archaeological evidence survives due to the maintenance of conditions that inhibit
deterioration
◦ Drier summers – desiccation (organics) / oxygenation of soil (metal corrosion)
- increased incidence of fires (loss, soil erosion, sub-surface conditions)
◦ Changes in land use practices – loss of field systems, increased plough damage, faster moving
floods
◦ Dry periods followed by heavy rainfall – landslides, subsidence, bog-bursts
◦ Increasingly wet winters - damage from livestock and machinery on agricultural land
◦ Storms and high winds - tree throw, erosion (light / sandy soils, near-surface remains)
◦ Rising soil temperatures - microbiological / chemical processes
◦ Changes in water quality (saline intrusion, heavy rain) – microbiological / chemical processes
The discovery of new sites due to erosion is likely to accelerate with climate change offering
both an opportunity and a challenge to archaeologists
88. Potential Benefits / challenges - Discovery and or exposure of buried archaeological sites
89. Built heritage*
◦ Increased wind driven rain – abrasion and dissolution rates, water
penetration
◦ Altered moisture content of soils - weakened foundations, subsidence,
erosion, landslide
◦ Flooding - erode foundations, damage structural fabric
- post flood drying out - biological action, distortion and salt
damage
- post flood renovation – potential for further loss of historic fabric
◦ Storms – Structural damage
◦ Humidity – salt cycles
◦ Higher temperatures - chemical degradation reactions, Invasive pests &
spread and increase of native pests, increase in mould growth (warmer
wetter winters)
◦ Insensitive retrofitting /adaptation
*includes exposed structures or built features e.g. landscape elements and ruins as well as occupied buildings
90. Soil movement and rockfall at Skellig
Michael, 2015-2017 (OPW)
Water ingress into dining room fireplace
due to heavy rain, Ormond Castle, Co
Waterford (Daly 2014)
91. Mitigation – poorly executed deep retrofit of Victorian homes in Preston, 2013
https://passivehouseplus.ie/news/health/disastrous-preston-retrofit-scheme-remains-unresolved
92. National strategy supported by scientific research leading to local actions
ACTIONS
Stakeholder focussed
Win whatever
Informed & supported
Learning from experience
SCIENCE
Monitoring
Research
Communication
POLICY
Flexible
Anticipatory
Cross cutting
Leadership
Developing the adaptation plan requires…
1. establishing goals,
2. sequencing objectives
3. identifying and prioritising actions that can help in achieving these
…focus on actions that are ‘low regret’ and engage in a flexible
adaptation process kept under regular review
93. Maintenance Repair Proactive
conservation
Modification External
protection
Relocation
or removal
Managed loss
Level of interventionLOW HIGH
Impact on authenticityLESS MORE
Conceptual relationship between different levels of adaptive intervention and
the authenticity of heritage resources
(Graphic by Chan, C. 2018. Adapted from Historic Environment Group, 2018, p11, figure 3)
Adaptation Actions are generally classified as Grey, Green or Soft
96. Question 1
Have you noticed any impacts on built and/or
archaeological heritage in your region which
you believe may be due to climate change?
97. Question 2
From your experience, what do you see as the
main vulnerability of Ireland’s built and
archaeological heritage to the impacts of
climate change?
98. Question 3
Have you been involved in any actions and/or
plans intended to address climate change
impacts on built and archaeological heritage?
If so, what would be required to make that
process easier/more successful?
99. Closing Remarks
1. What other voices should be involved in this
conversation?
2. It has been a busy afternoon and so many
interesting points were raised. You have an opportunity
to talk to the writer of Ireland’s Climate Change
Adaptation Sectoral Plan for Built & Archaeological
Heritage, which idea would you like to make sure (s)he
does not forget?
100. Open for submissions from 1 May – 1 June 2019
Presentation of the Draft Adaptation Plan & Public Discussion
Thursday, 16 May 2019 (tbc)
Custom House, Dublin
Further detailsto beannouncedinearlyMay through theDCHG website
Public Consultation