1. Remote Expert Assistance on LEDS (REAL)
Connecting members with world-class experts and peers on low emission development

2. Over 90 experts from 30+ institutions around the world
What is REAL?
No-cost, on-demand technical assistance and matchmaking service available to government representatives to assist in advancing climate resilient, low emission development strategies, policies and programs.
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Short term – typically 40 hrs or less
We also facilitate peer exchanges between countries
Countries can submit multiple, successive requests
Over 90 experts from 30+ institutions around the world

3. How can REAL assist?
Guidance on policies and programs for implementing climate resilient LEDS activities.
Methods and tools for assessing LEDS baselines, technology and policy options and pathways and impacts.
Strategies and measures for mobilizing private and public investment in LEDS priorities.
Methods and resources for linking national and subnational governments in the LEDS process.
Understanding and communicating the impacts and benefits of LEDS.
Recommending sources of longer-term support if needed.

4. no-cost assistance for more than 50 requests from over 25 countries.
Who can access REAL?
Government or subnational government actors and representatives
Technical institutions, consultants and NGOs working directly with governments
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no-cost assistance for more than 50 requests from over 25 countries.

5. How to access REAL Africa LEDS Partnership REAL
LEDS GP REAL
ledsgp.org/assistance
Working Groups
Fill out request form
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6. 2017 REAL Highlights Zimbabwe South Sudan
Mr. Lawrence Mashungu, Climate Mitigation Expert, Ministry of Environment, Water & Climate
Develop an initial LEDS cornerstones strategy document that supports Zimbabwean national and international commitments;
Support initial efforts to build capacity, awareness, knowledge, and involvement of necessary actors for LEDS planning
Mr. Emmanuel Longo, Policy Training & Research, Ministry of Transport
Build capacity on implementing sustainable, low carbon transport policies;
Learn about what other countries have done to align their national level transport policies with international initiatives;
Connect with peer experts who can provide guidance on policy implementation.
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