Biodiversity and our ecosystems are interconnected with climate change. On one hand they are affected by both gradual and sudden climatic and weather changes, and on the other serve as important buffers from extreme events such as wildfires, flooding and droughts. The CTCN provides technical assistance to countries’ on a range of technologies and tools with a view to protect important ecosystem services that are essential to human health and livelihoods. In this sector you can learn more about how the CTCN uses approaches such as ecosystem-based adaptation, management of forests and ecosystem services and monitoring ecosystem resilience of communities. Below you will find related publications, partners, CTCN technical assistance, technologies and other information for exploring this topic further.
In recent years, the concept of the circular economy has gained traction, as it can be applied across several sectors and achieve benefits for climate mitigation, adaptation, and sustainable resource management. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, some African governments seized the opportunity to mainstream circular policies into their green recovery plans.
