Economic aspects of adaptation

The OECD provides guidance on the range of different economic policies and tools that countries will need to implement efficient adaptation.

Adaptation and development

Developing countries will be particularly affected by climate change - the OECD is working to integrate effective adaptation into development activities.

Adaptation in OECD countries

OECD analysis is helping developed countries to make sure that key economic sectors and vulnerable groups are prepared for climate change.

Publications and events

Links

Latest release: National Adaptation Planning: Lessons from OECD Countries (2013) provides an overview of progress in adaptation planning across the OECD, and lessons learnt from countries' experiences in evidence provision, strategic planning and policy implementation.

• Financing adaptation to climate change

• OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC)

• Mobilising Private Investment for Low-Carbon, Climate-Resilient Infrastructure

• Climate Change Expert Group (CCXG) work on adaptation to climate change

• Development and climate change                 

Policy Forum on Adaptation in OECD countrie (2012) brought together adaptation practitioners and experts to discuss progress in national adaptation planning, including  common challenegs and successes, monitoring and evaluation, and the role of the private sector.

Monitoring and Evaluation for Adaptation: Lessons from Development Co-operation Agencies (2012) provides the first empirical assessment of M&E frameworks used by development co-operation agencies and shares lessons learned and common characteristics of M&E for adaptation.

Read our list of publications for more information.

Contact: Michael.Mullan@oecd.org