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CARICOM to launch on-line climate risk assessment tool
Monday, July 8, 2013
The tool is available to all member countries through an open source online platform to be unveiled at the launch.
The development of the risk assessment tool emerged after an extensive consultation process with regional stakeholders to ensure authenticity, relevance and ownership.
It is a direct response to the requirement of the Regional Framework for Achieving Development Resilient to Climate Change and the landmark implementation plan that was endorsed by CARICOM Heads in 2009 and 2012, respectively.
The Caribbean Climate Online Risk and Adaptation Tool (CCORAL), has been developed by the Caribbean Community Climate Change Center with funding from CARICOM member states, and other implementing partners. -(CMC)
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