Ecosystem-based Adaptation Fundamentals
Master the principles of Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) to address climate change impacts through nature-based solutions and sustainable ecosystem management.
Master the principles of Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) to address climate change impacts through nature-based solutions and sustainable ecosystem management.
This comprehensive course explores Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) as a strategic approach to climate change adaptation. Learn how to design and implement EbA initiatives that utilize biodiversity and ecosystem services to help communities adapt to climate change impacts. The course covers essential topics including risk assessment, monitoring frameworks, and governance structures. Developed by leading international organizations, it provides practical skills for integrating EbA into various sectors such as agriculture, water management, and urban development. Whether you're a decision-maker, practitioner, or student, you'll gain expertise in applying EbA principles to enhance ecosystem and community resilience.
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What you'll learn
Understand the role and implementation of EbA in climate change adaptation strategies
Apply best practices in planning and executing EbA projects
Integrate social aspects including gender, livelihoods, and traditional knowledge
Develop effective monitoring and evaluation frameworks for EbA initiatives
Assess climate risks and identify appropriate EbA solutions
Mainstream EbA principles across different sectors and ecosystems
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There are 9 modules in this course
This comprehensive course covers all aspects of Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA), from foundational concepts to practical implementation. The curriculum includes detailed modules on EbA mainstreaming, climate risk assessment, project valuation, and monitoring systems. Students learn about integrating social aspects like gender equity and traditional knowledge, while exploring applications across different ecosystems and sectors. The course emphasizes practical skills through case studies and offers specialized insights into agriculture, water management, and urban EbA.
Introduction to the Course
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
What is EbA?
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
The EbA Mainstreaming Framework
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Assessing Climate Risks
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
EbA Valuation
Module 5 · 2 Hours to complete
From Theory to Practice: Implementing EbA
Module 6 · 2 Hours to complete
Tracking the Progress of EbA Implementation: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
Module 7 · 2 Hours to complete
Cross-cutting Insights
Module 8 · 2 Hours to complete
Sectoral Insights
Module 9 · 2 Hours to complete
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Instructors
Leading Climate Adaptation Initiatives at the Adaptation Research Alliance
Jesse DeMaria-Kinney is the Head of Secretariat for the Adaptation Research Alliance, bringing 15 years of experience at the intersection of science, policy, and practice across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. His work has primarily focused on climate change adaptation, nature-based solutions, and Research for Impact, emphasizing multi-stakeholder process design and facilitation. Previously, he co-founded PlanAdapt, an organization dedicated to climate risk management and adaptation, and coordinated Oxfam’s role as the lead partner in the Adaptation at Scale in Semi-Arid Regions (ASSAR) consortium. Jesse holds an undergraduate degree in Environmental Studies - Biology and Master's degrees in Environmental Health and Decentralized International Cooperation.
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Environmental Policy Expert Advancing Nature-based Climate Solutions
Wendy C. Atieno serves as Programme Officer for Ecosystem-based Adaptation at the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), where she plays a crucial role in implementing nature-based solutions for climate change adaptation across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. With a Master's in Global Environmental Policy from American University's School of International Service and a dual Bachelor's in Chemistry and Political Science from Principia College, she brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to environmental challenges. Her expertise spans ecosystem-based adaptation, climate policy, urban resilience, and transboundary water governance, with significant field experience in Southeast Asia and sub-Saharan Africa. As a key contributor to the Global EbA Fund, she works to provide rapid and targeted financial support to innovative projects that maximize the impact of nature-based solutions globally. Her work bridges the gap between global policy and ground-level action, focusing on strengthening climate resilience through sustainable ecosystem management and restoration while promoting biodiversity conservation and human well-being.
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