Association for the Conservation and Study of Andean Amazon Mountains
ACEMAA is a non-profit association that works on research and conservation of socio-ecological systems in the Andes. Our mission is to contribute to the knowledge and understanding of the dynamics
Protecting the ‘Water Tower’ of Asia: The Future of the Hindu Kush Himalaya
Watch this short video to learn about the challenges of climate change in the Himalayan mountains as well as examples of adaptation actions. The focus is on integrating all sectors into a comprehensive climate adaptation plan, and to optimize the water-energy nexus to “green the vertical deserts”.
A@A Knowledge Network: Meeting #1
Get an introduction to the Adaptation at Altitude (A@A) Knowledge Network, which held its first meeting on 30th May 2023. Members shared and exchanged ideas to shape the A@A Knowledge Network going forwards - learn more!
The high Andean basins face climate change: Results from seven case studies on vulnerability
Explore an analysis of available information on the vulnerability of hydrographic basins to climate change at the Andean continental level. The study analyzes seven basins, one for each Andean country, an includes a situational diagnosis and recommendations for reducing climate vulnerability in the Andes, as well as the identification of knowledge gaps and priority work issues for adaptation in the region.
Is public funding of adaptation going to the mountain regions most in need?
Discover the geographic distribution and drivers of financial aid for climate change adaptation in mountain environments in this Adaptation at Altitude synthesis brief. The brief provides recommendations on how to optimise future programmes and funding streams.
“El Niño” is knocking on our door: How can climate information help Andean families?
Learn about the Agroclimatic Management Platform model which seeks to strengthen agroclimatic governance to improve agricultural productivity in the Andes. It highlights the importance of family farmers being able to access information and practices that help them adapt their activities to climatic events.
Long-Term Social-Ecological Monitoring in the Andes: How are we doing?
Learn more about a recently published study on the state of the art of long-term social and environmental monitoring systems in the Andes. The study identified knowledge gaps and monitoring priorities, and provided a much-needed perspective of monitoring efforts in the region.
Building strongholds for people and nature in the high Andes
Discover how community members in Jujuy Province, Argentina are working to improve the management of the precious water that enables them to graze llamas and other livestock in local wetlands and grasslands, and to grow crops to feed their families or sell on local markets, in this solution story.
State of the Cryosphere Report 2022
Discover the latest science on the Earth’s snow and ice regions in this report, reviewed and supported by over 60 leading cryosphere scientists. Learn about how a combination of melting polar ice sheets, vanishing glaciers, and thawing permafrost will have rapid, irreversible, and disastrous effects on the Earth’s population.
Human populations in the world’s mountains: Spatio-temporal patterns and potential controls
Delve into the data and trends of human populations in mountainous regions, and explore the associations between mountain populations and different environmental covariates. Findings may inform predictions of future mountain population distributions under scenarios of future climatic change.
The Tamlar Range Governance Simulation
The Tamlar Range Governance Simulation is an innovative approach to inter-regional exchange and learning developed in the context of the Adaptation at Altitude project
Solution story: Buzzing in the face of climate change in a Ugandan highland
Learn about how beekeeping has become both an alternative source of livelihood and a passion for mountain communities in Uganda in this solution story.
Taking Action Together for Resilient Mountain Communities in the South Caucasus
Learn about the outcomes of the interactive regional meeting hosted by UNEP and Sustainable Caucasus in Tbilisi, Georgia, which aimed to support regional collaboration among South Caucasus countries for climate adaptation planning and action.
MRD Talk #02: Engaging with Indigenous and local knowledge for the conservation of mountain landscapes
The second talk in the MRD Talk series, highlighting how working with Indigenous and local knowledge holders is crucial to conserving mountain landscapes.
Mountain observations: Monitoring, data, and information for science, policy, and society
Explore this easy-to-read overview of the current state of multi-disciplinary mountain observations. Discover the different methods used to observe mountain environments, as well as the diversity of knowledge and data sources available to learn from.
COP27 - Cascading impacts: how can we adapt and reduce risk in the mountains and downstream?
Watch and learn about this COP27 side event which focused on the impacts and risks from upstream-downstream hazards in mountains, which have cascading and compounding detrimental effects on both local and downstream ecosystems and billions of people worldwide.
Webinar: Women move mountains in adapting to climate change
Watch this International Mountain Day webinar which focused on how to promote gender-responsive climate action in mountain areas. Learn more about the role of women in climate action, best practice examples and key lessons learnt.
Resilient Mountain Solutions in the Hindu Kush Himalaya
Learn about why a focus on resilience in the Hindu Kush Himalaya region is important, and explore the different components of ICIMOD's Resilient Mountain Solutions programme.
Outlook on climate change adaptation in the Hindu Kush Himalaya
Explore the climate change adaptation policies and responses in the mountainous regions of the Hindu Kush Himalaya region in-depth, in this edition of the Mountain Adaptation Outlook series. Following an analysis of the available information this report examines whether such policies and responses address key climate change risks.
The Petzl Foundation
The Petzl Foundation supports non-profit organizations through financial and equipment grants, as well as consultation and training.
The Adaptation at Altitude Knowledge Network
A global community of practice to support and encourage communication and engagement between stakeholders working on climate change adaptation in mountains. Click to find out more about ongoing and upcoming work, or join one of our meetings!
Sustainable Summits 2021
Watch these 4 short films inspired by growing pressures facing mountain environments. Covering development pressures, mountain communities, regional cooperation, and messages for COP26, gain an insight into how climate change is affecting the Hindu Kush Himalaya region.
IPCC WGII Sixth Assessment Report Cross-Chapter Paper 5: Mountains
Explore the new evidence on observed and projected climate change impacts in mountain regions, their associated key risks and adaptation measures in this IPCC cross-chapter paper on mountains.
The Aspen Declaration: A New Momentum for Mountains
Read the newly agreed declaration of the Mountain Partnership members, and learn about how they strive to jointly promote sustainable development in mountainous areas.
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