Climate change is altering the ecological and social systems that underpin human well-being and economic activity, and developing countries are particularly vulnerable to its impact on the growth and sustainable development prospects of every sector and community. Being part of the solution requires all providers of development co-operation to align their activities with the objectives of the Paris Agreement.
Such pathways are the only option for countries to achieve economic, social and environmental development that is inclusive and sustainable. Sound climate policy is sound development policy. They are indivisible. However, slow progress towards meeting the objectives of the Paris Agreement puts at risk the ability of both developed and developing countries to fulfil the 2030 Agenda and their pledge to leave no one behind. The climate crisis is thereby impeding the fight against poverty, especially in least developed countries and in a number of particularly exposed communities.
This report outlines a conceptual framework for development co-operation providers to design, implement and continually assess their efforts to align with the Paris Agreement. It proposes that Paris-aligned development co-operation:
1. does not undermine the Paris Agreement but rather contributes to the required transformation,
2. catalyses countries’ transitions to low-emissions, climate-resilient pathways,
3. supports the short – and long-term processes under the Paris Agreement,
4. proactively responds to evidence and opportunities to address needs in developing countries.
Key findings and proposed priority actions
More information: https://www.oecd.org/dac/environment-development/aligning-development-co-operation-and-climate-action-5099ad91-en.htm