To navigate through the ribbon, use standard browser navigation keys. Preparing local climate resilience action plans each module is comprised of theoretical part and group exercises that lead participants. Participatory assessment of vulnerability to climate variability and climate change, and adaptation measures and selection of criteria by identified stakeholders. Myanmar is one of the most vulnerable countries in asean region to various kinds of natural disaster according to the climate changes. Ranked 5 of 169 on the human development index undp, 2010, myanmar is the lowest ranked country in east and southeast asia and the only one classified as having a low level of human development. Although myanmar is located in the monsoon region of asia, its climate is greatly modified by its geographic position and its relief. Myanmar needs to take climate change adaptation measures immediately for. Tracking climate resiliency actions in national strategies. President announces national environment and climate change policies to mark world environment day 2019 nay pyi taw, 5 june 2019 the government of myanmar today announced its vision for the countrys environmental protection and climate. Now that we know what the threats of the impact of the climate change are, proper planning and preparations should be put in place to mitigate the devastations of the climate change, if they should befall us. The climate change mainly affects the socioeconomic sectors of myanmar such as agriculture, forest, biodiversity, coastal zone, public health and water resources. Addressing current and future impacts of climate change in myanmar, module 3. The climate of myanmar is roughly divided into three seasons.
On the occasion of the world environment day 2019, the government of myanmar launched two new policies that will guide myanmar s environmental management and climate change strategy. The 202015 undp environment, climate change, energy and disaster risk reduction project promoted participation of local communities in adaptability, preparedness and mitigation. Myanmars national adaptation programme of action napa unfccc. In my previous article the climate change is becoming more pronounced 25 may gnlm, on the suggestion of the acting chief editor of the global new light of myanmar daily, i briefly touched on that subject. According to the global climate risk index, myanmar ranks among the top three countries most affected by weather related events, which has led to massive displacement of people and the destruction of livelihoods, crops and other food sources. It is one of a series of 21 synthesis and assessment products being produced under the auspices of the u. Myanmar wakes up to climate change inter press service. This policy ensures that environmental protection continues to be a central objective in myanmars sustainable development pathway. Assessing vulnerability to climate change and hazards at a local level, module 4. The effects of climate change are making this situation increasingly serious. As a general rule, temperatures and humidity become lower at higher altitudes. Myanmar climate change alliance is funded by the european.
The process of adjustment to actual or expected climate and its effects. National climate change policy finalised kyi kyi sway 03 may 2017 the final draft of the myanmar national climate change policy has been finalised and a detailed analysis of all relevant facts is done, the director of environmental conservation department told the myanmar times. Fao considers climate change a topline corporate priority as reflected in the newlyendorsed strategy on climate change where fao will focus its work on three fronts. Measuring the economic impact of climate change on crop. Climate change is expected to influence the work done by actuaries. The evidence for climate change myanmar has been experiencing climate variability effects since decades. Myanmar national climate change policy vision a climate resilient, lowcarbon society that is sustainable, prosperous and inclusive, for the wellbeing of present and future generations purpose take and promote climate change action on adaptation and mitigation integrate adaptation and mitigation considerations national priorities and all levels. The cold air masses of central asia bring snow to the northern mountains for two months of the year, but this mountain wall prevents the cold air from moving farther south, so that myanmar lies primarily under the influence of the. Promoting climate smart agriculture in myanmar fao in. Since 2005, malteser international has been working to protect especially vulnerable communities against the effects of climate change and to help them to prepare for extreme weather events and significant changes.
Climate change and private sector resilience in myanmar. National climate change policy finalised the myanmar times. The cold air masses of central asia bring snow to the northern mountains for two months of the year, but this mountain wall prevents the cold air from moving farther south, so that myanmar. Jun 05, 2019 the myanmar climate change alliance mcca was launched in 20 as a programme to support the government of myanmar in addressing the challenges posed by climate change and was under implementation until 31 march 2019. The events may be further complicated by climate change due to global warming. National climate change policy finalised kyi kyi sway 03 may 2017 the final draft of the myanmar national climate change policy has been finalised and a detailed analysis of all relevant facts is done, the director of environmental conservation department told the myanmar. Environment and climate change adaptation and mitigation.
By khin maung myint i had persistently been writing about the causes of the climatic change and its impact and consequences on our planet. Myanmar is situated in the tropical climate region, a region that is highly vulnerable to impacts from climate change. Myanmars national adaptation programme of action napa. Myanmar is exposed to various climate hazards such as cyclone, heavy rain, flood, extreme temperatures, drought and sea level rise. To assess the relationship between myanmar and climate change, this thesis analyzes projected impacts on the nation and its people, the current state of adaptation, and how myanmar.
This profile provides an overview of climate risk issues in burma, including how climate change will potentially impact agriculture, water resources, human health, fisheries and ecosystems. The myanmar climate change master plan 20182030 showcases the result of. The myanmar climate change master plan 20182030 has been formulated and adopted with the view toward mainstreaming a series of prioritized sectoral short, medium and long term actions identified in the myanmar climate change policy and strategy. Since1977 to 2008 all year shown late advanced monsoon about 7 to 12 days later than normal. According to the global climate risk index, myanmar ranks among the top three countries most affected by. Climate change threatens myanmars economy and society.
Myanmar is also ranked as the worlds secondmost vulnerable country to climate change. Myanmar climate change alliance has conducted studies on the current vulnerabilities and projections reveal that temperatures may increase up to maximum 2. Gggi is working with the republic of the union of myanmar, hereafter referred to as myanmar, to design its 201718 program. The level and extent that human induced climate change impacts thengar chars flooding is not yet fully clear, amemiya noted. According to the 2016 climate risk index, myanmar is the secondmostvulnerable country in the world to the effects of climate change. President announces national environment and climate.
Myanmar climate change master plan 2018 2030 united. The purpose of this paper is to provide some background on the science of climate change. It is very regrettable that some people are even denying it is taking place. The intergovernmental panel on climate change ipcc is active socially choose. Myanmar climate change strategy and action plan mccsap. President u win myint announced the two new policies the national environmental policy and the myanmar climate change policy at an event marking world environment day in the. National environmental policy of myanmar and myanmar.
The first part explains such terms as climate, climate change, climate change adaptation, remote sensing rs and geographical information systems gis. National environmental policy of myanmar 2019 and myanmar climate change. According to the initial national communication inc project report jointly implemented by national commission for environmental affairs ncea and unep, it is stated that prior to 1977, the average number. This book outlines the impact of climate change in four developing country regions. The events may be further complicated by climate change. The climate change is really happening and causing havocs all over the earth. Impact of climate change and the case of myanmar myanmar climate change alliance. Reynolds titles in preparation crop stress management and global climate change edited by jose l. Monsoon onset in northern myanmar areas during 19552008 1977 1651977 168 1992 climate change impact on onset criteria appreciable shift to late. National environmental policy of myanmar undp in myanmar. Myanmar announces national environment and climate change. Myanmar is a large country and temperatures can vary significantly.
The climate change mainly affects the socioeconomic sectors of. Myanmar is ranked as one of the most vulnerable countries for climate change and natural hazards. The government needs a better understanding of climate change and its effects both its direct impacts on myanmar. Myanmar s forest cover and conditions because of radical demographic, economic, and social changes in the country. Nay pyi taw, 5 june 2019 the government of myanmar today announced its vision for the countrys environmental protection and climate action, launching two new policies that will guide myanmar s environmental management and climate change strategy myanmar is widely considered one of the most vulnerable countries in the world to the impacts of climate change, and its renowned. Myanmar national climate change policy vision a climate resilient, lowcarbon society that is sustainable, prosperous and inclusive, for the wellbeing of present and future generations purpose take and promote climate change. The east asian countrys ranking 167 out of 176 countries surveyed by the global adaptation institute is as much a reflection of myanmars exposure to climate change as it is of the countrys low capacity to manage climate risks, the report said. Deforestation in myanmar land and atmospheric effects.
Jun 05, 2019 its detailed principles respect livelihood needs and development objectives while at the same time recognizing the full value of myanmars ecosystems and the implications of climate change. Sep 06, 2017 the myanmar climate change alliance mcca has worked with various stakeholders ministries, civil society groups, private sector and communities. To assess the relationship between myanmar and climate change, this thesis analyzes projected impacts on the nation and its people, the current state of adaptation, and how myanmar s government has prepared. Climate change adaptation in myanmar facilitator guide. Pdf characterizing farm households vulnerability and. Finalization of criteria and prioritization of adaptation measures. Myanmar has to go along with these changing climate. The purpose of this paper is to provide some background on the science of climate change, its impacts, key ways to minimize the damage and the roles that the actuarial profession can play in dealing. In human systems, adaptation seeks to moderate or avoid harm or exploit beneficial opportunities. The myanmar climate change alliance mcca programme has been designed to strengthen capacity in government, private sector and civil society actors and to facilitate the government in preparation of a national strategy for climate change that will result in sectoral strategies and actions to address climate change.
Its detailed principles respect livelihood needs and development objectives while at the same time recognizing the full value of myanmar s ecosystems and the implications of climate change. The planned outcome of this program is strengthening the governments institutional framework for the. Changes in temperature and precipitation levels, as well as extreme droughts and floods. Developing myanmars national climate change policy a longterm vision to address climate change as countries seek to fulfil their agreement on climate change, many are looking to develop national climate change policies that set out their longterm vision and provide a coherent response to climate change across all levels and sectors.
Myanmar climate change alliance mcca to help develop understanding on key challenges, strategic objectives and specic actions to eectively address climate change in myanmar. The impact of climate change on the asian monsoon is the topic. In this report, changing of various observed climate parameters were estimated and analyzed. The brief includes an overview and climate summary of burma, as well as projected climate changes. Myanmar s climate is projected to shift dramatically in the coming decades, having a lasting and significant impact on myanmar s ecosystems and, in turn, on human health, agriculture, food security. However, i have never mentioned their impacts on myanmar in particular, until lately. Myanmars national adaptation programme of action napa to. Myanmar climate change alliance mcca myanmar projects.
The myanmar climate change master plan 20182030 clearly defines a series of highpriority activities, their respective strategic indicators, and the responsibilities of involved stakeholders across six specific sectors prioritized in myanmar climate change strategy defined as. Climate change risk country overview burma, also called myanmar, is a mountainous country in southeast asia with an extensive coastline and an estimated population of 51. As the agricultural sector is highly sensitive to hydroclimatic conditions, in particular farm. Myanmar climate change alliance programme mcca to mainstream climate change into the myanmar policy development and reform agenda, to prepare national climate change strategy and action plan integrating climate change. Nov 11, 2016 according to the 2016 climate risk index, myanmar is the secondmostvulnerable country in the world to the effects of climate change. The status of monitoring, reporting and verification of. Myanmar is highly vulnerable to climate change and extreme weather conditions. First, to enhance institutional and technical capacities of member states. Impact on forests climate change is likely to affect both the distribution and composition of forests in myanmar. The intended nationally determined contributions indc of myanmar that submitted to unfccc in 2015 for contributing global climate. Therefore, information about climate change in myanmar is in high demand.
Myanmar covers an area of 676,578 square kilometers and has a population of nearly 54 million people cia, 2011. In 2017, as noted above, the government released its myanmar climate change strategy and action plan 20162030, wherein renewable energy mainly in the form of hydropower megaprojects and forest conservation form two of its principal commitments to international climate change agreements monrec, 2017. Second, to improve integration of food security, agriculture, forestry and fisheries within the. The paper is organized into 5 sections and begins with a brief description of agriculture in the prairies, establishing the biophysical. According to the 2016 climate risk index, myanmar is the second most vulnerable country in the world to the effects of climate change. National environmental policy of myanmar and myanmar climate. The effects of climate change on agriculture, land resources. This policy ensures that environmental protection continues to be a central objective in myanmar. Africa, asia, latin america and small island developing states. Joern kristensen, director of the myanmar institute for integrated development miid, has experienced firsthand how new weather patterns are putting farmers under stress.
Myanmar climate change policy that provides longterm direction and guidance for government, civil society, and the private sector to undertake and promote climate change actions in adaptation and mitigation in myanmar. Developing myanmar s national climate change policy a longterm vision to address climate change as countries seek to fulfil their agreement on climate change, many are looking to develop national climate change policies that set out their longterm vision and provide a coherent response to climate change. National environmental policy of myanmar 2019 and myanmar climate change policy 2019. This report is an assessment of the effects of climate change on u. Climate change and crop production edited by matthew p. Pdf myanmar may for a long time remain in a transitional state with an uncertain future. Multiple stresses caused by rapid urbanization, industrialization, and economic development will be compounded by climate change high confidence. Climate change risks and impacts in myanmar 2nd most vulnerable country to climate change impacts during previous 2 decades german watch index extreme weather events are likely to increase in. In this report, changing of various observed climate. The climate of myanmar varies depending on location and in the highlands, on elevation. Myanmar s climate climate, average weather of myanmar land area. The climate is tropical and has three seasons, a cool winter from november to february, a. Jun 10, 2019 on the occasion of the world environment day 2019, the government of myanmar launched two new policies that will guide myanmars environmental management and climate change strategy. Myanmar climate change strategy 20182030 myanmar climate change strategy 20182030 glossary1 adaptation.
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