Wanted: More intentional, coordinated support for climate change adaptation

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Wanted: More intentional, coordinated support for climate change adaptation

A RECENT study from the Adaptation Fund has suggested there is need for more effective deployment and use of resources to further advance action on climate change adaptation in vulnerable countries. The ‘Study on Readiness and Capacity Building for...

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