1. Module IV.3 NAP Implementation Trainer: [Name]
Country teams that want to realize key NAP tasks need to have a good understanding and awareness of the NAP process
This module starts the training on the NAP TG with an overview of the NAP elements, guidelines, support channels. We will go into more detail of specific aspects in the subsequent modules.

2. Overview of this module
Many countries face challenges in moving from adaptation planning to actual implementation
NAP implementation occurs at different levels simultaneously (policy, organisation, operation)
A case study on resilience from a community perspective (bottom up)
Reflection space: practical discussion on implementation in your country

3. What can you expect to learn from this session?
A better understanding of important barriers to implementation;
Why using both top down and bottom up approaches are essential in implementation;
A practical way in which to solve problems in implementation.

4. Many countries face challenges in moving from adaptation planning to actual implementation
How do we define implementation?
A process that facilitates inter-agency coordination, cross-sectoral planning, risk and vulnerability assessments, capacity-building efforts and identification and ranking of national priorities - NAP Technical Guidelines, 2012.

5. Adaptation implementation can be guided by two approaches:
Top-down: adaptation actions are prioritized within national planning goals and objectives;
Bottom-up: adaptation activities which are designed by communities to strengthen resilience.
In the NAP process BOTH are desirable and encouraged.

6. An example of complementary approach in the domain of climate information management:
Top-down tool: downscaled climate scenarios for regional or sub-regional level projections, accompanied by expert opinions (IPCC, 2014)
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Bottom-up approach: those affected or at risk examine their own impacts and vulnerabilities (e.g. participatory mapping) and identify locally relevant adaptation options (IPCC, 2014).
Source: UN Photo (2011).
Source: UN Photo (2012).

7. Implementation is necessary at different levels, from a policy level to an operational level
Communication breakdowns or coordination failures in the top- down flow can affect the final delivery of climate resilient outcomes at ground level.
Failures in implementing projects at community level can hinder the achievement of national adaptation objectives.
Source: UNITAR (2015).

8. What does NAP implementation look like?
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9. A case study about adaptation implementation: problem analysis
Malawi Humanitarian Report
Source: Finnish Red Cross (2014).
Source: UN-RCO Malawi (2015).

10. NAP country-level training
From the case study what were the main NAP elements that helped to strengthen community resilience to floods?
Facilitator uses prepared flip chart with LEG guidance elements already drawn up, collects answers from the group, and places in the corresponding area of the flip chart
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11. A case study about adaptation implementation: problem analysis
NAP Elements in the case study
Element A. Lay the Groundwork and Address Gaps
Institutions for adaptation planning at national as well as local level;
Long term capacity development and education (e.g. education at primary school level).
Element B. Preparatory Elements
Climate information for vulnerability assessment (e.g. Early Warning Systems at community level);
Review and appraise of appropriate adaptation options (e.g. contruction of drainage systems).
Element C. Implementation Strategies
Institutions for adaptation implementation at national as well as local level (e.g. the Local Civil Protection Committees).
Element D. Reporting, Monitoring and Review
Iteratively update local adaptation plans (e.g. re-building houses far from riverbanks).
Source: Adapted from UNFCCC - LEG (2012), NAP Technical Guidelines.
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12. NAP country-level training
Implementation can happen at any stage in the NAP process. Do you agree?
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13. A case study about adaptation implementation: action taken
Climate change information centres
The climate change information centres, established in 2012 by the National Climate Change Programme (NCCP) in seven pilot districts with support from UNDP and WFP, aim to help all stakeholders at district level to manage climate change risks through dissemination of up-dated and reliable information tailored to local needs.
Source: UNDP Malawi (2014).

14. A case study about adaptation implementation: outcome
Ownership: sensitization meetings to engage with District Councils, local communities on the existence of the centres and on data collection;
Accessibility: relocation of some of the centres to improve communities‘ accessibility and ownership;
Capacity building: training ad hoc personnel that can assist in the centres management and operation;
Operational equipment: supply hardware and software equipment as to connect centres to Met stations.
Climate change centres implementation challenges

15. What have we learned?
Adaptation implementation is necessary at different levels, from a policy level to an operational level;
Combining top-down and bottom-up approaches strengthens adaptation planning and implementation;
Adaptation implementation challenges need to be thought and addressed in NAP early planning stages.

16. Imprint
Published by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Climate Policy Support Project
Dag-Hammarskjöld-Weg Eschborn, Germany T F
Contact E I
Responsible Till Below and Nele Bünner, GIZ
Authors Angus Mackay, Ilaria Gallo
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This presentation is part of a NAP country-level training that has been developed by GIZ on behalf of BMZ and in cooperation with the NAP Global Support Programme (NAP-GSP), in particular UNDP and UNITAR.
The training is designed to support countries in setting up a National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process. It builds on the NAP Technical Guidelines developed by the Least- Developed Countries Expert Group (LEG).
You are welcome to use the slides, as long as you do not alter its content or design (including the logos), nor this imprint. If you have any questions regarding the training, please contact Till Below or Nele Bünner at GIZ. For questions related to the Technical Guidelines, please refer to the UNFCCC’s NAP Support Portal.
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