Adaptation
Climate Proofing Economies
Climate change is already happening and societies and economies must adapt by reducing vulnerability and building resilience into development activities. Climate proofing requires new ways of thinking about and planning for development through improved science, ecosystem management and development policies.

Finance
Investing in a Low Carbon Transition
Lack of awareness, ill-conceived subsidies, and the unavailability or high cost of finance are all obstacles to moving to a low carbon economy. UNEP works with a variety of partners – from government donors and the largest investment and insurance companies, to local communities – to promote climate-friendly investment and affordable energy solutions.

Mitigation
Transition to a Low Carbon Society
The bottom line for addressing climate change is mitigating its future impact by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. UNEP supports global mitigation efforts by facilitating a transition towards low carbon societies through promoting more efficient energy generation, energy conservation and using cleaner energy sources, especially renewable energy.

Technology
Powering a Low Carbon World
New technologies and policies will provide the foundation for a low carbon economy. UNEP’s strategy emphasizes the importance of not only identifying the best solutions, in partnership with the private sector, but ensuring that they are made as widely available and affordable as possible.