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The 'Toolkit for Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning for National Adaptation Plan Processes' provides practical guidance for national government teams to develop and improve monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) systems, specifically focusing on the identification and use of adaptation indicators.

This report analyzes national monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) systems for climate adaptation in Canada, France, Kenya, Namibia, Peru, Somalia, Tonga, the United Kingdom, and Vietnam. It finds that while monitoring has improved since 2014—with Kenya establishing legal frameworks and others strengthening NAP processes—evaluation and learning remain underdeveloped. Additionally, the systematic integration of gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) is lacking, despite examples from Kenya and Vietnam. The report emphasizes the link between these national systems and global UNFCCC processes, such as the UAE Framework for Global Climate Resilience.

The 'Toolkit for Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning for NAP Processes' provides government actors with practical guidance and over 30 country examples to establish MEL systems. These systems are designed to ensure National Adaptation Plans are effective and equitable, while supporting reporting requirements under the Paris Agreement and the UAE Framework for Global Climate Resilience.

This analysis by the NAP Global Network emphasizes the importance of progress reporting in National Adaptation Plan (NAP) processes. It argues that reporting facilitates a "learn-by-doing" approach to monitoring and evaluation, enhances transparency and accountability, and supports the implementation of the Paris Agreement. Despite these benefits, the report notes that few countries currently track NAP progress due to resource and capacity constraints.

This report outlines the necessity of establishing a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) system for the Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA) by COP 28 to enhance adaptation actions and meet the needs of developing countries.