LATINOADAPTA: STRENGTHENING LINKS BETWEEN SCIENCE AND GOVERNMENTS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF PUBLIC POLICIES IN LATIN AMERICA

Strengthen the capacity of Latin American national governments for evidence based climate responsive policies and decision making.

Assess challenges and opportunities for implementing NDCs (Nationally Detarmined Contributions) in 6 Latin-american countries, focusing on adaptation knowledge gaps by national negotiators/diplomats, policy makers and practitioners.

Strengthen climate change decision making capacity by solving the specific knowledge gaps previously identified and facilitating access to and understanding of information relevant for adaptation.

Provide evidence-based advice to Latin-american negotiators/diplomats, policy makers and practitioners on topics related to NDCs and NAPs, tracking of their implementation and consultations related to the facilitative dialogue, SBSTA (Subsidiary Body for Scientific and Technological Advice) and/or SBI (Subsidiary Body for Implementation). Provide evidence-based advice to Latin-american negotiators/diplomats, policy makers and practitioners on topics related to NDCs and NAPs, tracking of their implementation and consultations related to the facilitative dialogue, SBSTA and/or SBI.

Promote cross-regional sharing of experiences, best practices and expertise to stimulate climate action.