The Centre for Peace and Development Initiatives (CPDI) is dedicated to addressing the multifaceted challenges posed by climate change through its Climate Adaptation Program. This program emphasizes proactive strategies to mitigate adverse impacts and enhance the resilience of communities across Pakistan.

Objectives

Enhancing Community Resilience: Empowering local communities to anticipate, prepare for, and respond to climate-related disruptions. Policy Advocacy and Reform: Influencing policy frameworks to integrate climate adaptation into national and local development plans. Capacity Building: Providing training and resources to stakeholders, enabling effective implementation of adaptation measures. Research and Knowledge Dissemination: Conducting studies to inform evidence-based practices and sharing insights with relevant entities.

Key Initiatives

Green Zameen Fellowship Programme: An ongoing initiative by CPDI, this fellowship aims to cultivate a network of climate leaders proficient in sustainable practices. The program offers intensive training sessions, workshops, and field projects focusing on climate adaptation strategies. Fellows engage in hands-on activities, such as developing community-based adaptation plans and implementing eco-friendly technologies. This initiative fosters collaboration among policymakers, researchers, and grassroots organizations to drive collective climate action.

Empowering Youth for Climate Action Training: Recognizing the pivotal role of youth in climate resilience, CPDI conducted a three-day training program titled "Empowering Youth for Climate Action." This program covered:

• Introduction to Climate Change: Understanding its causes and global context. Climate Change in Pakistan: Assessing local impacts and vulnerabilities.
• Policy Frameworks: Exploring national and international commitments, including the Climate Change Act 2017 and the National Adaptation Plan 2023.
• Adaptation Strategies: Focusing on water resource management, urban resilience, and community-based approaches.
• Communication and Public Awareness: Developing effective strategies for advocacy and education.

Participants emerged equipped to lead climate initiatives within their communities, fostering a culture of proactive adaptation.

Policy Briefs and Research Publications: CPDI has produced several policy briefs to guide stakeholders in implementing effective climate adaptation measures. Notable publications include:

**Policy Brief on Carbon Markets in Pakistan: **Analyzing the potential of carbon trading to reduce emissions.

• Policy Brief on Electric Vehicles in Pakistan: Evaluating the role of EVs in sustainable transportation.
• Policy Brief on Sustainable Appliances in Pakistan: Promoting energy-efficient household technologies.
• Just Energy Transition from Fossil Fuels to Renewable Sources: Offering suggestions for political parties to facilitate a fair energy transition. These documents serve as valuable resources for policymakers, practitioners, and the public, providing actionable recommendations to enhance climate resilience.

Collaborative Efforts

CPDI actively collaborates with governmental bodies, international organizations, and civil society to amplify the impact of its Climate Adaptation Program. Through partnerships and collective action, CPDI strives to build a sustainable and climate-resilient future for Pakistan.