Liberia is setting the stage for a greener economy by tapping into carbon markets to fund forest conservation.
When addressing the climate crisis, placing gender equality at the heart of climate action doesn't just support women – it leads to better outcomes for entire communities. Promoting gender equality in climate action is essential as it recognizes women as key stakeholders in natural resource management, reduces their vulnerability to climate change, ensures fair distribution of resources and leads to more inclusive decision-making.
Other authors :
Milena Terra, Technical Specialist on Forest Carbon Finance, Climate and Forests, Climate Hub
Roberta Cantinho, Technical Advisor on Carbon Markets, UNDP Brazil
The report highlights the gender outcomes from Phase Two (2021-2023) of UNDP’s technical assistance to the Governors’ Climate & Forests Task Force.
Ecuador’s persistent effort to align the climate, agricultural and trade agendas has resulted in the entry to market of the first policy-based, nationally certified deforestation-free coffee.
Women from different regions in Colombia are leading solutions to tackle the climate and biodiversity crises. Here are their stories.
Rural women, as agents of change, hold a wealth of knowledge of forest landscapes, and they are using this expertise to play key role in combating climate change.
Ecuador is pioneering sustainable agriculture with innovative practices that enhance productivity, while preserving its rich biodiversity and forest ecosystems.
Ahead of International Coffee Day, the UN Development Programme (UNDP), the government of Ecuador, and Lavazza Foundation have partnered to launch deforestation-free coffee to help protect the country’s forests.
Technical experts from across Latin America met last month to share best-practices and brainstorm ideas on climate action, carbon markets and scaling up results-based finance for forests protection.
