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The Vanuatu’s Inventory for Greenhouse Gases has been calculated for the base year 2000 using the revised 1996 IPCC Guidelines for National Greenhouse Gas Inventories. The UNFCCC software “Non Annex1 National Greenhouse Gas Inventory Software, Version 1.3.3” has been used for the estimation of GHG. Sectoral data for GHG estimation was compiled from various sources primarily using national data collected from annual reports, statistical reports, studies and brochures of related department/ institutions. In year 2000, the total GHG emissions by sources and removals by sink for Vanuatu was 585.39Gg CO2eq (excluding removals); which comprises of 70.34Gg CO2e from Energy; 502.83Gg CO2e from Agriculture and 12.21Gg CO2e from Waste Sector. Emissions from per fluorocarbons (PFCs), hydro fluorocarbons (HFCs) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) in Vanuatu are negligible, as the products containing these gases are not produced in the country. CO2 sequestration by the forestry and land use sector in year 2000 amounted to 7,913.16Gg CO2e. Total GHG emissions, including FOLU, are estimated to be (-) 7327.77Gg CO2e, indicating that Vanuatu is a net sinks for GHG emissions.
Nearly 99% of GHG emissions in Vanuatu come from five activities: energy, transport, livestock, N2O from agriculture soils and waste. The largest contributor to GHG emissions in year 2000 was livestock Second National Communication Report 6 sector amounting to 56.5% of total GHG emissions. The next biggest contributor was N2O from agriculture soils with 29.4% of GHG emissions followed by transport sector which contributed to 5.9% of total emissions. Greenhouse gases covered in this analysis include CO2, CH4 and N2O are estimated to be 12% CO2, 31% N2O and 57% CH4 of the total GHG emissions.
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The potential environmental, economic and social impacts of Climate and Sea Level Change motivate Vanuatu’s commitment to participating effectively in international effort to combat global warming and Sea Level Rise. Vanuatu is a party to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), and took an active part in the initial negotiations in the development of the convention through its affiliations with Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
Climate Change and Sea Level Rise has been recognised as issues that require timely and committed initiative by government to develop capacity to address existing and potential impacts on the livelihood of the people of Vanuatu.
The National Communication is the primary mechanism through which our international commitments will be met. The Communication has been developed by the national government in consultation with the six provincial councils and the two municipalities of Port Vila and Luganville. Therefore, it maintains a comprehensive approach toward tackling Climate and Sea Level Change issues. The range of actions it encompasses reflects the wide-ranging causes of the enhanced Climate Change and Sea Level Rise effect and the pervasive nature of its potential impacts on all aspects of ni-Vanuatu life and economy.
The national communication focuses on six fronts:
♦ Institutionalise and mainstream climate change preparations,
♦ Build national level understanding,
♦ Improving network for information transfer and coordinate adaptation and mitigation measures,
♦ Increase national capacity to prepare for and adapt to climate change,
♦ Minimise increases in national GHG emissions in the medium term, and;
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This edition covers the period from July to December 2017. The PEBACC Project has progressed from baseline studies called Ecosystem and Socio-economic Resilience Analysis and Mapping (ESRAM) to Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) Options Assessments and Implementation Plans for each project site. We are pleased to share with you brief updates from our sites in Fiji, Solomon Islands and Vanuatu as we move to implementation of demonstration projects over the next 2.5 years.
We value your support and partnership and we look forward to a closer working relationship in 2018.
The highlights in this issue include:
Taveuni equipped with masterplan to guide EbA projects in 2018
PEBACC and CEFAS support Solomon Is Government with water quality assessment
PEBACC hands-over ESRAM reports to Vanuatu Government
Committee in place to support Queen Elizabeth nature park, Solomon Is
PEBACC supports exchange visit for Fiji traditional leader
Ecosystem-based Adaptation projects for Port Vila
Mapping of important marine areas on Taveuni island, Fiji
Tanna community vote for marine protected area
PEBACC presents ESRAM reports at regional meetings
PEBACC partnered with Fiji Government and international organisations in hosting regional dialogue
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For more information, please contact the NAB Secretariat on nab@meteo.gov.vu
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Workshop objectives are to:
Present the draft SOP for project appraisal & templates.
Continue stakeholder consultation on the draft SOP and collect final feedback for finalisation.
For more information please contact the NAB Secretariat by:
Phone on 22068
Email on nab@meteo.gov.vu / nsolzer@vanuatu.gov.vu
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Responding to regional capacity building needs, including a lack of urban-related climate change trainings available, USAID Adapt Asia-Pacific in 2014 developed an Urban Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience (UCCAR) training course. Developed in collaboration with the East-West Center at the University of Hawaii, the course aims to improve climate change knowledge among mid- to senior-level managers working in urban and infrastructure planning and, in turn, help them design better adaptation projects.
This seven-module, five-day course starts with an introduction to climate change and climate change adaptation; provides tools and techniques for assessing climate change impacts and vulnerabilities; presents a framework for identification, evaluation, selection, and implementation of climate adaptation strategies, programs and projects; and finally looks at the options available for financing adaptation projects and methods of accessing climate change finance.
A hallmark of USAID Adapt Asia-Pacific’s standalone capacity building programs is to ensure knowledge is tested and applicable in the real world. The UCCAR training course, therefore, incorporates multiple case studies, tools, methodologies, and guidelines developed through USAID Adapt Asia-Pacific’s engagement with national and local governments in preparing climate change adaptation projects.
The training manual is primarily targeted at training institutions and agencies loking to develop and deliver urban climate change adaptation project development and finance training. The materials may also be useful for practitioners and individuals working in related sectors looking for a comprehensive set of tools and how-to guides for urban climate change adaptation.
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At the UN Climate Change Conference this year (COP23, from 6 to 17 November) nations of the world will meet to advance the aims and ambitions of the Paris Agreement and achieve progress on its implementation guidelines. The conference, officially referred as COP 23/ CMP 13/ CMA 1-2, take place in Bonn, Germany, hosted by the secretariat of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), and presided over by Fiji. The UNFCCC secretariat and the Government of Fiji are closely working with the Government of Germany, the State of North Rhine-Westphalia and the City of Bonn to ensure a dynamic and successful Conference.
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Women around the world are disproportionately affected by climate change impacts because they constitute the majority of the world’s poor and are more dependent for their livelihoods on natural resources that are threatened by climate change. At the same time, women’s unique knowledge and abilities are essential to help their households, communities, and nations adapt to climate change. In order for us all meet the climate change, women need to be better represented at all levels of decision making. The women you’ll meet in this video from the Pacific Island country of Vanuatu, are among those at the forefront of action! A project of Vanuatu Climate Action Network. Funded by Oxfam Vanuatu. Produced by Island Reach.
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This Excel-based tool is intended to help project proponents find policy statements to support project proposals. This is not an exhaustive list of policies - only the policies considered most relevant to climate change and disaster risk reduction are included. Policy statements are filterable by sector and thematic area. Please note that policy statements must not be taken out of context and always consult the original policies and strategies to ensure contextual alignment. View the note on methodology for more information regarding how this tool was developed.
System requirements: Excel 2010 or later.
The following policies and strategies are included in this tool:
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The purpose of the directory is to help connect climate finance with those who need it. Climate finance refers to financing channelled by national, regional, and international entities for climate change mitigation and adaptation.
Vanuatu, among the world’s most vulnerable countries to climate change and disasters, has a significant and immediate need for investment in climate change mitigation and adaptation. The amount of climate finance approved and disbursed to date fulfils only a small portion of actual needs. A study carried out by the Stockholm Environment Institute revealed that Vanuatu had received roughly USD 49.4 million of climate finance from 2010-2014, with the majority (57.2%) supporting mitigation activities.[1]
The directory details known climate finance sources available to individuals, communities, organisations, government bodies, and the private sector in Vanuatu. Financing amounts, eligibility requirements, and focus areas vary widely depending on the source.
This directory is divided into five sections:
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The National Biodiversity Conservation Strategy was spearheaded by the Environment Unit (now the Department of Environmental Protection and Conservation) in 1999. English and Bislama versions are provided in a single PDF.
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Greetings from the Vanuatu Ministry of Climate Change!
We are glad to inform you that the September – October bi-monthly Issue of our eNewsletter has been released. In this edition of the eNewsletter find Climate Update articles and other interesting news such as:
1. Ambae Recovery Phase Update2. EU funds Operation Centres for the Vanuatu National Disaster Management Office3. World Ozone Day and World Clean-up Day Celebrations a Success4. Island communities understand importance of data collection 5. Ten Off-Grid Tourism Bungalows get Solar Freezer Systems6. New AWS system installed in Torba Province7. VREP provides solar lights at half price 8. MOU Between the Ministry of Climate Change and Societe De Service Petroliers9. The Commonwealth’s Climate Finance Access Hub
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Are you ready for La Nina? Read this brochure for some tips on how to prepare for La Nina events.
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This Outlook provides a summary of climate events during 2017 - 2018 tropical cyclone season.
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This UNDP-supported, GEF-LDCF funded project, "Vanuatu Coastal Adaptation Project (VCAP)", is working to build resilience through improved infrastructure, sustained livelihoods, and increased food production.
These efforts (with National Government as Key Collaborators) aim to improve the quality of life in targeted vulnerable areasor communities in the coastal zone of the island nation.
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The project SC G01 between Vanuatu Meteorology and Geo-Hazard Department (VMGD) and Meteo France International (MFI) consists in supplying, delivering and installing an Integrated Weather Forecasting System.
This phase of the project was focused on software installation, configuration and training of VMGD staff.
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The Ministry of Climate Change, Government of Vanuatu, contracted NIWA (The National Institute of Water & Atmospheric Research Ltd) for the ‘Supply, delivery and installation of Automatic Weather Stations in 6 different locations in Vanuatu’ (SC G02).
This work supports the Adaptation to Climate Change in the Coastal Zone in Vanuatu (V-CAP) project, funded by the Global Environment Facility, implemented by UNDP and the Vanuatu Ministry of Climate Change.
The work aligns with the Vanuatu Framework for Climate Services developed in 2016.
The overall goal of the project was to enable the Government of Vanuatu to develop improved climate information and early warning services for the people of Vanuatu, particularly in vulnerable coastal areas of the country.
Specific deliverables of the NIWA Contract for Services focussed on assisting the Vanuatu Meteorology and Geo-hazards Department (VMGD) to enhance near real-time management of climate and hydrometric data, and improve the functionality of the Vanuatu Climate Early Warning System (CLEWS). Core activities included building complete, end-to-end CLEWS functionality: ▪ automatic weather stations, ▪ telemetry for real time data transfer, ▪ data management and quality assurance, ▪ climate monitoring tools, and ▪ sector-customised reporting services.
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