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Introduction

The Nairobi work programme (NWP), UNFCCC knowledge-to-action hub on adaptation and resilience, helps to enhance country- and region-specific adaptation actions by identifying and closing knowledge gaps in partnership with subregional partners and networks and thematic expert groups. This supports countries in meeting their adaptation priorities, including formulating, and implementing National Adaptation Plans.

At COP27, a series of NWP events will provide an interactive space that contributes to scaling up adaptation action through knowledge. The NWP events will foster dialogue and knowledge-sharing among Parties, UNFCCC national focal points, NWP thematic expert groups and partners, UNFCCC constituted bodies and UNFCCC observers and stakeholders involved in biodiversity, ocean and coastal zone themes (FCCC/SBSTA/2019/2, para. 18).

Objective

• Enhance country- and region-specific actions by highlighting adaptation knowledge and partnerships across all subregions
• Provide practical and relevant knowledge on specific adaptation practices with Parties and those responsible for implementing adaptation action at the subnational and national level
• Strengthen ties among communities of practice in order to enhance adaptation action through knowledge.

Background

As part of the work at COP27 by the NWP and its partners, this event will examine ‘Knowledge exchange on biodiversity and ecosystems for transformative adaptation action,’  hosted by the Resilience Hub. It will build on the previous thematic discussions on biodiversity and ecosystem at the 14^th Focal Point Forum, COP26. This knowledge exchange will identify specific adaptation practices that can inform regional efforts. These discussions can also be spotlighted by partners in future Regional Climate Weeks and other dialogue spaces to inspire ongoing work. 

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