Module 0 Background and workshop methodology Country, Date, Presenter

I. The Global Programme “Private Sector Adaptation to Climate Change” (PSACC) ToC - Module 0

I. The PSACC Programme - Overview of the global programme Approach: Identify, test, assess and disseminate adaptation concepts for SMEs in four selected countries in various sectors (except agriculture) Local perspectives as a basis for global recommendations: country-specific approaches in Rwanda, Bangladesh, Morocco and Central America (Costa Rica) Objectif principal: mettre au point et tester des instruments pour le renforcement des capacités du secteur privé en vue de l’adaptation au changement climatique Morocco Bangladesh This is why we want to identify, test, assess and of course at the end disseminate concepts for businesses – especially for SMEs – no farmers! In 4 countries/ regions By the way, there was an interesting study launched by UNDP and Global Compact on The Business Case for Responsible Corporate Adaptation: Strengthening Private Sector and Community Resilience or an analysis of the adaptative capacity of the value chain of big businesses in a recently published report of the WBCSD But both studies are looking at multinationals and big companies. Our target group are not multinationals but we are focussing on SME. SME are in our sense of view the backbone of the most of the countries we are operating in terms of employment rates but the most vulnerable in terms of climate change. Central America Rwanda

I. The PSACC Programme - Overview of the global programme Goal: Sensitisation and capacity building on climate change adaptation in the private sector including a financing component Target groups: MSMEs in developing countries associations and multipliers consultants Project period: 2014-2017 Project activities: development of info & training materials implementation of workshops and trainings individual consultancy case studiy development Project approach: Sectoral & BDS Adaptation  Mitigation ( Frederik will touch on it) ToC - Module 0

I. The PSACC Programme - Activities Climate-ready and Competitive Private Sector (Div. BMZ - SEK) Pilot countries: Bangladesh, Central America, Morocco, Rwanda Providing CCA Knowledge Awareness raising for private sector actors about climate risks, opportunities and actions, e.g. Case Studies for businesses Private Sector workshops Guide for Industrial Zones Strengthening of Competence Enabling the private sector to adapt to climate change, e.g. Climate Expert Risk and Cost Benefit Analysis for Companies Trainings for multipliers e.g. business associations, consultants, industrial zone managers, etc. Financing Approach Screening of instruments for financing CCA, e.g. Information sheets, brochures on funding opportunities Dialogue and round tables between financial institutions & private sector actors Dissemination of knowledge: www.climate-expert.org, Adaptation Community Website ToC - Module 0

I. The PSACC Programme - Pilot activities in country What has the programme done in country so far? (Add exemplary activities (including pictures) such as) Baseline study Sensitization workshops Company assessments Case studies ToC - Module 0

II. The private sector on the international stage ToC - Module 0

II. The private sector on the international stage - Business were long regarded mainly as contributors to CC… Climate Change « Contributor » (greenhouse gas emissions) Companies ToC - Module 0

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) II. The private sector on the international stage - … but companies (esp. SMEs) are also highly vulnerable to CC Climate Change « Contributors » (greenhouse gas emissions) «  Victims » (rising costs, lower productivity, etc.) Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) ToC - Module 0

II. The private sector on the international stage - Adaptation are efforts are being increased The importance of adaptation is becoming more recognized internationally Since 2001: National Adaptation Programmes of Action (NAPAs) 2010: Cancun Adaptation Framework signed 2010: Adaptation Fund becomes operational 2015: Green Climate Fund becomes operational (50% adaptation) But adaptation efforts are mainly focused on the most vulnerable regions, groups and sectors (e.g. agriculture, water security, coastal zones, etc.) – What role does industry adaptation play? Since 2001: Through National Adaptation Programmes of Action (NAPAs) least developed countries report their adaptation needs 2010: Cancun Adaptation Framework established to enhance adaptation action, e.g. through international cooperation, establishment of international / regional / national adaptation institutions ToC - Module 0

II. The Climate Expert Approach ToC - Module 0

II. The Climate Expert Approach - SMEs face a range of risks and opportunities New risk: Climate Change Financial Organisational Legal and regulatory compliance Reputation Operational Health & Safety Technology etc… Negative and positive effects on the business Company strategy, processes and assets affected Cost benefits and new market opportunities Need for a structured approach for assessing and managing climate risks and opportunities! ToC - Module 0

II. The Climate Expert Approach - The Climate Expert Approach helps SMEs deal with CC In 4 steps, companies can… analyse climate change risks and opportunities generate strong adaptation strategies CC impacts Identification of climate change phenomena and their impacts CC risks and opportunities Assessing climate change risks and opportunities CC adaptation measures Identifying and planning adaptation measures CC adaptation strategy Developing an adaptation strategy 1 2 3 4 Cost-benefit analysis In 4 main steps, the climate expert will help you advise companies on key questions: 1: How vulnerable is the company to climate change? 2: What are the climate risks affecting the company and to what extend? What are potential business opportunities arising from climate change? 3: What adaptation measures are required and what are their additional benefits? 4: How to plan an adaptation strategy and communicate about it ? ToC - Module 0

II. The Climate Expert Approach - The Climate Expert Approach is based on an Excel Tool Excel sheets for company assessments: Individual Excel sheets for each step of the Climate Expert Approach Opportunity to conduct Cost-Benefit Analysis – Discounted costs and ratios are calculated automatically Clear guidance included in the tool You will be familiarized with the Excel sheets during the training! Excel sheet ToC - Module 0

II. The Climate Expert Approach - Tailored to SMEs and their needs and characteristics Challenges of SMEs Lack of capacities and time No strategic and structured planning processes Complex and indirect linkages with business operations Short-term decision-making process Lack of technical information Easy and flexible step-by-step process Requires little expenditure from the company Can be used as standalone assessment tool or as part of other risk / quality management processes Complemented by a variety of working materials ToC - Module 0

During and after the training you will have access to II. The Climate Expert Approach - The Climate Expert Service Package for Consultants During and after the training you will have access to All PPT slides Excel sheets Real case studies Fictitious case studies List of climate phenomena, impacts and effects Adaptation measures catalogue Glossary of business adaptation More info available online: www.climate-expert.org ToC - Module 0

II. The Climate Expert Approach - Impressions of working materials Case Studies Climate Expert Website Excel Worksheets ToC - Module 0

III. Climate Expert Training for Consultants and Multipliers ToC - Module 0

III. Climate Expert Training - Objectives of the training Learn, discuss, exchange experience, work together to… become familiar with the 4-Step Climate Expert Approach! With this training, participants will be able to: Educate businesses and other private sector stakeholders on the importance and opportunities of adapting to climate change Advise SMEs on managing climate risks and opportunities Assist SMEs in developing CC adaptation strategies ToC - Module 0

III. Climate Expert Training - Agenda Background and workshop methodology Module 0 Building Awareness of SMEs on Climate Change and its Impacts on Businesses Module 1 2a: Assessing Climate Change Risks 2b: Identifying Climate Change Opportunities Module 2 3a: Identifying and Prioritising Adaptation Measures 3b: Cost-Benefit Analysis Module 3 Developing an Adaptation Strategy for the company Module 4 Climate Expert and the role of the consultant Module 5 Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 ToC - Module 0

III. Climate Expert Training - Methodology Presentations: Concepts, definitions, tips & tricks Exercises: Practical application of the 4-Step Climate Expert Approach Discussion rounds: Exchange of ideas between participants Case studies: Practical information from real and fictitious companies Exercise “Assessing Climate Change Risks” Information from case studies ToC - Module 0

Thank you for taking part in the Training! Company Trainer 1 Telephone number E-Mail address Homepage Company Trainer 2 Telephone number E-Mail address Homepage Knowledge partner ToC - Module 0