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  • Dec 11, 2023
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Climate Change Adaptation by 2030

Why in the News?

  • Recently in COP 28, a Key document calls for progress in adapting to climate change by 2030
Source: Global Media Insight

Key Points

  • Requirement: All countries must establish detailed plans to adapt to current and future climate change impacts within their territories by 2025
  • Mandatory Progress: Countries are expected to demonstrate tangible progress in implementing these adaptation plans by 2030.
  • Focus: Mitigation and adaptation strategies aim to address rising temperatures and climate-related disasters.
  • This will be part of the COP-28 agreement finalized in Dubai on Tuesday.
  • The focus is on “mitigation” (reducing emissions) and “adaptation” (adjusting to climate impacts).

Adaptation actions are country-specific and can include:

  • Building flood defenses
  • Setting up early warning systems
  • Switching to drought-resistant crops

Redesigning government policies COP 28:  Key Takeaways

  • Adaptation Takes Center Stage: Countries must prepare detailed climate adaptation plans by 2025 and show progress by 2030.
  • Global Stocktake: A Reality Check: Reviewing progress towards Paris Agreement goals and informing future action.
  • Financing Climate Action: Securing financial support for developing countries in their climate efforts.
  • Vulnerable Nations Need Support: Prioritizing the needs of small island states and least developed countries.
  • Private Sector Steps Up: Businesses and financial institutions play a key role in the transition to a low-carbon economy.