Welcome to the Climate Change Information Network. Also known as CC:iNet, this web portal serves as a
clearinghouse for information sources on public information, education and training in the field of
climate change. It is designed to help governments, organizations and individuals gain rapid and easy
access to ideas, strategies, contacts, experts and materials that can be used to motivate and empower
people to take effective action on climate change.
CC:iNet has been established at the request of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on
Climate Change. Their underlying aim is to support Article 6 of the Convention, which calls on governments to
promote education, training and public awareness on climate change. The menu items on the left of this page
will guide you through the resources available on the clearinghouse.
Asia Pacific Adaptation Network
The Asia
Pacific Adaptation Network (APAN) is a regional programme that aims to support governments and
non-governmental organizations to build, manage and apply adaptation knowledge. Its mission is to build climate
change resilient and sustainable human systems, ecosystems and economies in the Asia-Pacific Region and improve
understanding and knowledge of adaptation to past, current and future climate conditions.
My World. The United Nations Global Survey for a Better World
My
World is a global survey developed by the United Nations with several partner organizations. It asks
individuals which six of sixteen possible issues they think would make the most difference to their lives,
one of them being action taken on climate change. Citizens of all ages, genders and backgrounds, particularly
the world's poor and marginalized communities, are called upon to get involved and let the world know
their priorities and views, so that world leaders can be informed as they begin the process of setting the
next global development agenda.
"Climate Literacy:
Navigating Climate Conversations" is a free course offered by the University of British Columbia
tackling both the scientific and socio-political dimensions of climate change. The course introduces the
basics of the climate system, models and predictions, human and natural impacts, mitigative and adaptive
responses, and the evolution of climate policy. Furthermore, it explores the basic concepts and terms needed
to understand the science of climate change, and the available mitigation, adaptation and policy options.
The Africa
Adaptation Knowledge Network (AAKNet) is a platform aimed at building a shared knowledge base to help
shape an innovative community of practice. Implemented by the Global Adaptation Network, it builds on ongoing
efforts around the region to mobilize existing knowledge and best adaptation practices. Practitioners, policy
makers, researchers and community members will be brought together so as to compare, contrast and collate the
lessons learnt from their actions addressing climate risks.
