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This review provides a snapshot of current adaptation and mitigation projects being implemented by multilateral and bilateral donors in the G5 countries of the Sahel. Although not a systematic review, the research for this review has methodically examined

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Des foyers améliorés ont été distribués aux ménages vulnérables du Burkina Faso afin de préserver la couverture végétale et de rendre la gestion de l’énergie plus durable.
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With recent growth in funding and research on “resilience building”, interest in climate services has risen dramatically. Included in this trend is an increased emphasis on the use of climate and weather information for a range of purposes across multiple

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Les objectifs de ce projet étaient d’examiner comment le problème global des migrations environnementales/climatiques est défini au sein des institutions internationales, comment la question des migrations est intégrée au niveau local, soit comme

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In 2012, Burkina Faso launched a comprehensive effort to develop a National Adaptation Plan. This case study explores Burkina Faso’s national process to formulate a medium- and long-term strategy for climate change adaptation, which in turn enabled the

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The GCF and the World Bank have signed an agreement that will allow projects worth USD 2.694 billion to advance in ten countries. The Marshall Islands will be the first to benefit with the Pacific Resilience Project Phase II, which will implement new coastal protection measures, strengthen the local population's preparedness, and provide financial support.
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British research has found that mega storms are three times more common than they were 35 years ago due to climate change. UK aid and partners are tracking and analysing these storms to implement risk reduction measures in the most vulnerable areas of Burkina Faso and Senegal.
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National Environment Research Council
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Ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) is the use of biodiversity and ecosystem services as part of an overall strategy to help people to adapt to the adverse effects of climate change and promote sustainable development.

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