The regional workshop, hosted by Indonesia, aimed to promote integration of gender equality and social inclusion in climate budgeting.
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With nations across the region pushing for a greener future for all, here is what they have to say.
As custodians of natural resources, Indigenous women play an essential role in preserving forests and natural ecosystems.
The Bahamas Girl Guides Association has a new solar energy system, nature trails and revamped environmental education modules.
Women lead the way for sustainable cattle ranching in Ecuador.
By diversifying their sources of income, these women farmers can better withstand the economic consequences of climate threats.
Switching to bamboo charcoal not only brings significant environmental benefits, but also creates local jobs and new income opportunities.
Viet Nam is striving to build for the future and accelerate a green and inclusive economic rebound.
UNDP, in partnership with AOSIS, will formally present a technical paper on the gender-responsive climate actions being implemented by SIDS.
Promoting solutions adapted to the needs of end-users is key to building a viable clean cooking energy market.
Adopting electricity as the primary source of energy for cooking helps reduce carbon emissions and deforestation.
With new financing from Japan, UNDP will assist Armenia in planning for evidence-based adaptation action and loss and damage reduction.
Young Kenyan entrepreneurs are tackling deforestation and shifting to a circular economy through innovation.
53 countries have included actions to promote women’s empowerment in their revised climate action plans, up from seven countries in 2015.
