Support on environment and climate change Vincent Kutai Embassy of Sweden

Background Sida’s mission statement declares that: We exist to stimulate sustainable development and save lives We strive to lead the change to end poverty Our bio-physical environment and well- functioning ecosystems and stable climate is the foundation for development and human life Sustainable management of natural resources, key for reduced poverty and sustainable societies -for current and future generations Sweden is committed to contribute to SDGs and Paris agreement on climate change

interventions Strengthen focus on climate change adaptation and mitigation Environmentally sustainable energy solutions and environmentally sound land management Promotion of sustainable use of natural resources such as forests, land, water and marine resources The aim is to secure biodiversity and ecosystem services for increased resilience, poverty alleviation and development Promotion of reduced pollution of air, land and water Promotion of circular economy through instruments, incentives and technical solutions that contribute to climate neutral and resource efficient development

Somalia support Support to ongoing UN Joint Programme for Sustainable Charcoal Production and Alternative Livelihoods Draft new strategy for development cooperation with Somalia 2018-22 awaits MFA approval Suggested areas of support: peaceful and inclusive communities; human rights, rule of law and human security; environment and climate sustainable development; and health Consultations with select stakeholders done and operationalization strategy for E&CC developed New support to PPDP for renewable energy skills training and women economic empowerment

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