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The document introduces a thematic brief based on the IPCC's SREX report, which provides a scientific assessment of climate extremes and disasters. It aims to provide public health policy-makers and planners with guidance on why extreme events are critical public health issues, how they affect public health, and what actions can be taken to manage these risks to build a more resilient future.

The document serves as a thematic summary of the IPCC SREX report, focusing on the science and societal implications of climate extremes for the water sector. It is designed to assist policy-makers and planners in understanding why extreme events are critical for water management, how the sector is affected, and what actions can be taken to build resilience.

The document introduces a thematic brief based on the IPCC SREX report, which provides a scientific assessment of climate extremes and disasters. It aims to provide policy makers and planners with an understanding of why extreme events are critical for agricultural development, how the sector is affected, and what actions can be taken to manage these risks and build resilience.

The document argues that for Small Island Developing States (SIDS) like Fiji, REDD+ should be viewed through an adaptation lens rather than solely as a mitigation tool. It details Fiji's three-step approach to REDD+ readiness—policy and scoping, detailed planning, and implementation—and highlights the role of multi-stakeholder consultations and international support from the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) and the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC). The brief emphasizes that forest conservation provides critical co-benefits for disaster risk reduction, water security, and coastal protection against sea-level rise.

The Africa Climate Change Resilience Alliance (ACCRA) project, running from January 2011 to January 2013 with a value of £184,250, aims to enhance the adaptive capacity of poor communities in Ethiopia, Mozambique, and Uganda. The project has influenced national policies, produced 27 publications, and facilitated capacity building for government officials through field visits and training. Phase 2 of the project focuses on 'flexible and forward looking decision-making' and the evaluation of a tailored ACCRA game for district government contexts.

The Philippines Climate Change Act of 2009 established a centralized governance structure led by the Climate Change Commission to integrate climate resilience across government sectors and local government units (LGUs). While the Act provides a roadmap through the National Framework Strategy on Climate Change (2010) and the National Climate Change Action Plan (2011), its success depends on national coordination, financial support for LGUs, and the alignment of other government policies—such as mining and energy—which currently conflict with climate mitigation and ecosystem protection goals.

The CDKN Innovation Fund (Round 2) provides grants of up to GBP 100,000 for a maximum of six months to support 'innovation processes' that result in 'game-changing' project proposals for climate compatible development in Africa. Lead applicants must be African institutions, and the fund prioritizes projects with strong government buy-in and alignment with specific thematic priorities, including clean energy and climate finance. Successful innovation processes may be eligible for subsequent implementation funding of up to GBP 200,000.

The Philippines' Climate Change Act of 2009 created a centralized governance structure led by the Climate Change Commission, which reports directly to the President. This framework is supported by a National Framework Strategy (2010) and a National Climate Change Action Plan (2011) that prioritize seven key areas, including food security and sustainable energy. Implementation is devolved to local government units (LGUs) through Local Climate Change Action Plans (LCCAPs), supported by various funding mechanisms such as preferential loans and the proposed People's Survival Fund. While the Act promotes integrated adaptation and mitigation—exemplified by 'ecotowns' like Surigao del Norte—civil society organizations have raised concerns regarding the inclusivity of consultations and contradictions with other government policies, such as the promotion of coal and large-scale mining.

The document argues that integrating Social Protection (SP) with Disaster Risk Management (DRM) and Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) in Rwanda can increase the capacity of poor and vulnerable households and lower their vulnerability. While these three fields share the goal of managing risks to protect assets and livelihoods to promote sustainable growth, they have historically operated within separate institutions and conceptual frameworks.

The document examines the Asia and the Pacific region as a critical driver of global environmental outcomes, highlighting its role as the fastest-growing region with rapidly rising greenhouse gas emissions. It argues that while some progress has been made in mitigation and adaptation, urgent action is needed to achieve low-carbon, climate-resilient societies. The text identifies key pressures from unsustainable economic growth, population increase, and urbanization, and recommends integrated water management, the '3Rs' approach to waste, and governance improvements to ensure sustainable development.

The document describes the need for a transformational change in how CARICOM countries approach climate resilience, advocating for the integration of risk management into national planning and policy. It highlights the failures of previous guidelines and proposes a new process involving pilot projects in up to five countries, the 'three ones' principle for coordination, and the use of 'stress-tests' for budget approvals to ensure climate resilience is built into sustainable development.

The document examines Grenada's transition from fragmented, project-by-project climate actions to a comprehensive national strategy called the Strategic Program for Climate Resilience (SPCR). Funded by the Pilot Program for Climate Change Resilience (PPCR) and Climate Investment Funds (CIFs), the SPCR prioritizes climate resilience over emission reductions due to Grenada's high vulnerability and low global emissions. Key initiatives include the Disaster Vulnerability and Climate Risk Reduction Project and the Forest Rehabilitation Project, alongside technical assistance for water and coastal management. The brief highlights the importance of participatory design, regional synergies within the Caribbean, and the necessity of multilateral finance to address projected sea-level rise costs that could reach $801 million by 2050.

The handbook examines climate change impacts in southern Africa, noting that surface temperatures are projected to rise throughout the 21st century. It argues that some global temperature increases are linked to human influence and recommends integrating climate risk and adaptation measures into development planning, creating new coordination mechanisms for disaster risk reduction, and establishing inclusive institutional frameworks for stakeholder participation.

The document highlights a 200% increase in inflation-adjusted global average economic disaster losses over the last 25 years, noting that 2011 was the costliest year on record with US$380 billion in losses. It argues that these losses, driven by increased exposure of assets and people to hazards, threaten macroeconomic outlooks in low and middle-income countries. To mitigate this, the author advocates for embedding disaster risk measures into national budgets, land-use planning, and infrastructure investments based on national risk atlases and disaster risk assessments.

The document highlights that global economic disaster losses rose by 200% over 25 years, with losses from weather-related disasters doubling every 12 years. It argues that ex-post relief is unsustainable and advocates for ex-ante risk reduction through comprehensive risk assessments, fiscal planning, and sector-level mainstreaming. Key tools discussed include the CAPRA GIS platform and the CATSIM model for evaluating fiscal vulnerability. The guide emphasizes that while risk financing (insurance and reserve funds) is useful, it must be paired with land-use planning and building codes to effectively reduce exposure.

The paper examines disaster risk reduction (DRR) in Zimbabwe through a livelihood-centred lens, analyzing how financial, natural, physical, human, and social assets influence vulnerability. It argues that traditional coping strategies are being undermined by increasing pressures, including climate change, and concludes that DRR must be integrated into all long-term sustainable development activities.

The WWF Sanlam Partnership (2012-2014) focused on protecting South Africa's strategic water source areas and promoting corporate water stewardship. Key achievements include mapping the 8% of land area that provides 50% of the country's surface water, launching the 'Journey of Water' public awareness campaign, and developing tools to help investors assess water risks for JSE-listed companies. The partnership also implemented operational water-saving measures at Sanlam, reducing consumption by 41% against a 2010 baseline, and collaborated on disaster risk reduction in the Eden District Municipality.

The text discusses how global interconnectivity and development pathways influence disaster risk and vulnerability. It identifies the United Nations International Strategy for Disaster Reduction (UNISDR) and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) as the primary international mechanisms for disaster risk management and climate change adaptation, noting that their differing mandates and scopes have historically hindered the integration of these two fields.

The report examines the 'mainstreaming' of climate change adaptation into development planning to increase efficiency and avoid policy conflicts. It analyzes three guiding frameworks (Huq and Ayers, UNDP-UNEP, and OECD) and evaluates entry points across different governance levels. The analysis highlights challenges in the Asia-Pacific region, such as the disconnect between disaster management and climate policy, and suggests strategies including the use of a 'climate lens' for screening projects and the adoption of 'no-regrets' strategies.

The report examines post-disaster reconstruction and rural planning in Europe and Asia, with a specific focus on Punjab, Pakistan. It argues for a shift from reactive, top-down planning to decentralized, 'bottom-up' approaches that integrate Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change Adaptation (CCA). The document identifies key climatic risks for Punjab—primarily flooding and high temperatures—and proposes a suite of adaptive design options and low-carbon technologies to increase the resilience of buildings and infrastructure.