Stories: Vulnerability and Adaptation: Institutions

This post was written with Youba Sokona, coordinator of the African Climate Policy Center (ACPC) at the United Nations Economic Commission

This week, WRI released a new report summarizing assessments of institutional readiness for adapting to climate change.

As South Africa moves forward with its own preparations for climate change, other countries are taking note.

To be successful, adaptation efforts must dovetail with human development needs such as poverty reduction and employment.

Why Institutions Matter For Climate Change Adaptation In Developing Countries