EUROCLIMA regional cooperation programme: science and networking for climate-smart public policies

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1 EUROCLIMA regional cooperation programme: science and networking for climate-smart public policies Thursday 30th August 2012 Tallinn, Estonia Jan Karremans Director Technical Assistance 1

2 Institutional and legal framework for policy dialogue and cooperation between EU and LA EU cooperation policy with LA EU Political Orientations EU Legal Instruments Policy Dialogue Communications from the Commission to the Council and the European Parliament 2005 A stronger partnership between the EU and LA 2007 Development Cooperation Instrument (DCI) Biannual EU-LAC Summits of Heads of States and Governments Ministerial level Meetings of the EU - LAC Thematic Forums (social cohesion, drugs, civil society, climate change, sciences, technology and innovation, information society etc.) 2009 The EU and LA: Global Players in Partnership EU Regional Strategy for Latin America Sub-regional Strategic Papers (Andean Community, Central America and MERCOSUR) Country Strategic Papers Cooperation policy and programming documents Thematic Strategic Papers (EIDHR, etc.) 2

3 The EU Cooperation Policy for , revised in 2010, defines two strategic focal sectors 12 Regional Cooperation Programmes are currently being implemented in Latin America Mutual understanding / Higher Education Regional integration and Social and territorial cohesion (including co-operation in combating international drug trafficking) Erasmus Mundus AL-INVEST COPOLAD EURO- SOLAR ALBAN EUROCLIMA EUROsociAL LAIF Mutual Understanding URBAL 3

4 Lima Declaration (UE-LAC Summit 2008) Promotion of bi-regional cooperation on Climate Change EUrocLIMA: EU-LA Regional Climate Change Programme Knowledge sharing Fostering structured and regular dialogue Synergies and coordination 4

5 EUROCLIMA Programme Objective: Improve the knowledge of Latin American decision-makers and the scientific community on problems and consequences of climate change, particularly in view of integrating these issues into sustainable development policies. Duration present phase: April March 2013 EU Contribution: 5 M Duration planned second phase: April March 2016 EU Contribution: 10M 18 LA countries 5

6 EUROCLIMA Programme Objective: Aim is to promote the development of Climate-Smart Public Policies (CSPP) Our definition of CSPP: The integration of climate change considerations into government policies, strategies and plans, placing sustainable natural resource management at the core of development and growth policies, that are climate-resilient, land-conserving, water-smart, energy-efficient and dependent on a variety of renewable energy sources. (promoting green growth) 6

7 EUROCLIMA in TIME: Start JRC & ECLAC Start preparation 2nd phase Planned start execution 2nd phase Kick-of in Costa Rica Start TA Febr/March: Final Seminar Regional Seminars, Research, Training, Information exchange, Networking COP16 COP17 COP18 7

8 ORGANIGRAMME European Union Latin America European Commission Governments of 18 countries Focal Points EU Delegations in LA Implementing organisations JRC - CEPAL TA 8

9 Objectives of the three components of EUROCLIMA Socio-economic component Improve knowledge and facilitate information sharing on socio-economic aspects. Scientific component Identify, collect and integrate biophysical data that are susceptible to being affected by climate change. Dialogue and communication Support structured dialogue, ensuring coordination, visibility and communication. Programme Unit Latin America and Caribbean & Technical Asssitance 9

10 Socio-economic component Improve knowledge and facilitate information sharing on socio-economic aspects. Scientific component Identify, collect and integrate biophysical data that are susceptible to being affected by climate change. Dialogue and communication Support structured dialogue, ensuring coordination, visibility and communication. Programme Unit Latin America and Caribbean &Technical Asssitance 10

11 Socio-economic component Improve knowledge and facilitate information sharing on socio-economic aspects. Scientific component Identify, collect and integrate biophysical data that are susceptible to being affected by climate change. Dialogue and communication Support structured dialogue, ensuring coordination, visibility and communication. Programme Unit Latin America and Caribbean & Technical Asssitance 11

12 Socio-economic component Improve knowledge and facilitate information sharing on socio-economic aspects. Scientific component Identify, collect and integrate biophysical data that are susceptible to being affected by climate change. Dialogue and communication Support structured dialogue, ensuring coordination, visibility and communication. Programme Unit Latin America and Caribbean & Technical Asssitance 12

13 Principal Fields of Action of the three components of EUROCLIMA 1. Research 2. Capacity building 3. Political advocacy 4. Networking 13

14 JRC approach to Climate-Smart Public Policies: 1. Research: In coordination with Centers of Excellence, data and knowledge interchange, networking with scientists and institutions. 2. Capacity building: training in technologies. 3. Political advocacy: through EUROCLIMA Focal Points in each country (information for Public Policies; coordination for training and other events; participation in presentations). 4. Networking: Reinforce existing and establish new networks of scientists and institutions. 14

15 Joint Research Centre - JRC SOILS BIOENERGY & BIOFUELS AGRICULTURE DESERTIFICATION & DROUGHT WATER

16 ECLAC approach to Climate-Smart Public Policies: 1. Research: 8 in-depth studies on social impact of climate change on poverty, income distribution, food security, employment. 2. Capacity building: training courses. 3. Political advocacy: through EUROCLIMA Focal Points and technical assistance to governments. 4. Networking: creation of Network of socioeconomic Climate Change experts and a Virtual Information Exchange Platform between key institutions 16

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18 TA approach to CSPP is aimed primarily at strengthening EU-LA policy dialogue 1. Research: thematic studies in coordination with Focal Points, aimed at providing guidelines/manuals for policy making. 2. Capacity building: information exchange through Web portal, electronic newsletters, publications, virtual courses. 3. Political advocacy: through Focal Points in each country (information exchange, coordination; participation in events. 4. Networking: policy dialogue through regional workshops and seminars for policy makers; discussion groups (internet). 18

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20 Considering the theme of today, the next slides enfasize some results of the thematic studies, defined on request of the LA Focal Points. Executed under responsability of the Unit Latin America and Caribbean (EC) and EUROCLIMA Technical Asssistance (TA) Aimed at providing information for direct application in the definition of CSPP. 20

21 Thematic Studies finished and presently under review: 1. Guide for the evaluation and reduction of climate change induced soil degradation in LA. 2. Best practices for climate change adaptation in basins in LA. 3. Guide for the estimation of climate change impact on coastal infrastructures in LA. 21

22 Three more studies are underway: 4. Inventory of indicators for planning and monitoring of climate change adaptation. 5. Guide for NAMA identification and design for urban areas. 6. Guide to agricultural adaptation based on extreme weather forecasts. 22

23 This guide is based on a review of projects in 18 Latin American countries and provides inventories of: the political, legal and institutional framework and of relevant programmes in each country. measures to counteract/prevent soil degradation caused by climate change (forestry, financial mecanisms, civil works for erosion control, conservation agriculture,.) 23

24 A guide based on review of 83 projects in 18 LA countries and provides lessons learned and of best practices: Best practices by region (chaco, pampas, Atlantic slope, Pacific slope, sertao, highlands, amazon). Best practices by resource (natural, cultural, social, political, financial, infrastructural) 24

25 Based on review of projects in 18 Latin American countries participating in EUROCLIMA, this study provides : Inventory of noteworthy experiences of management of coastal infrastructures in climate change context. Guide to define uses and restrictions in the framework of land use plans for coastal areas, based on climate change considerations. 25

26 To sum up, EUROCLIMA promotes Climate-Smart Public Policies through science and networking: Research, thematic studies, training, publications, information exchange, regional meetings, policy dialogue, websites and electronic bulletins. Actions aimed at bringing together and exchanging knowledge between scientists and policy makers, and between centers of excellence and climate change offices. 26

27 Some mayor challenges for EUROCLIMA in promoting CSPP: Considerable public and private finance needed to rapidly implement climate-smart adaptation/mitigation measures. More action is needed to identify best practices, build capacity & experience, and help clarify future choices. Capacity building and research are long term processes. Programme design/funding need to take this into account Complexity as a regional programme, covering many LA countries, each with specific needs and challenges in the face of climate change. 27

28 Finally, opportunities for EUROCLIMA in promoting CSPP: Positive policy context: The EC Agenda for Change Río+20 (SDG; Green Economy) Regional LAC Dialogues on Climate Finance Recognition need for capacity building Advantages as a regional programme: Exchange of ideas and experiences Efficiency in studies and dissemination Definition of common positions 28

29 Thank you for your kind attention!!! For more information: Jan Karremans Director Technical Assistance 29