Promoting Climate Resilient Communities in Bangladesh (PCRCB)
Promoting Climate Resilient Communities in Bangladesh (PCRCB-II) is a one-year project from July 2024 to June 2025. The goal of the project is to Build Resilience through Transformative, Adaptation and Low Carbon Development in Bangladesh. The project has been implemented in five upazilas (Shyamnager, Morrelgonj, Patharghata, Porsha and Sreepur) of five districts (Satkhira, Bagerhat, Barguna, Naogaon and Gazipur) covering 6271 climate vulnerable households. The Climate Change Program has four interlinked components to define its working modalities coherently.
01 Research
The Climate Change Program’s research team continues to lead several initiatives aimed at addressing the impacts of climate change across diverse fields. One Significant study focused on the access to drinking water in the coastal regions of Bangladesh, aiming to track progress against Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Indicators 6.1 and 6.2 for the 2015·2030 period. The study provided critical insights and actionable recommendations for development practitioners and policymakers to strengthen resilient water infrastructure in these vulnerable areas.
In collaboration with Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU), the team conducted a comprehensive review of agricultural adaptation practices in Coastal Bangladesh. This research stock took current effective adaptation actions and identified ongoing challenges within the agricultural sector.
Additionally, the research team hosted a session at Gobeshona Global Conference – 4 on Adaptation Technology. The session served as a platform to share their findings and those of distinguished researchers from BAU and Khulna University. contributing valuable perspectives to the global discourse on climate adaptation.
02. Advocacy and Networking
In preparation for the UNFCCC COP28, CCDB, alongside like-minded organizations, contributed to the development of a Civil Society Organization (CSO) position paper on Climate Diplomacy. This paper aimed to enhance the capacity of NGOs and CSOs, facilitating their active engagement with both national and global policy stakeholders. The goal was to ensure that COP28 fulfills its mandate and aligns with the CSO expectations for climate justice. At the UNFCCC COP28 held in Dubai, UAE. CCDB hosted a side event where Juliate Keya Malakar, Executive Director, and Mr. Md. Foezullah Talukder, Head of the Climate Change Program, presented research findings and provided expert insights on “Lessons from the Ground: Losses
And Damages in Coastal Bangladesh. · This event attracted a diverse audience. including international participants and government delegates.
Additionally, CCDB hosted a plenary session at theBangladesh Pavilion, where Mr.Palash Saker, Coordinator of the Resilience Building of the Climate Change Program, presented CCDB’s Climate Change Resilience Building Approach and outlined strategies for a Resilient Future.The session was well-attended by high-level government officials and international participants. CCDB also showcased its work towards climate resilience at a two-day exhibition booth during COP28.
This year, the organization actively participated in the National Adaptation Plan Expo 2024 and the Environment Day Exhibition 2024. where it shared knowledge and expertise with a wide range of stakeholders. Furthermore. CCDB contributed to several seminars and work· shops on Natu.re·based Solutions (NbS) and Health Adaptation Plans. which facilitated knowledge sharing, and networking, and strengthened advocacy efforts. Through these engagements, CCDB has reinforced its commitment to addressing climate change challenges and advancing climate resilience.
Capacity Building
Building Community Resilience in a Changing Climate
CCDB and Coady Institute of St Xavier University, Canada have organized and facilitated international training on “Building Community Resilience in a Changing Climate. Participants from several countries (India, Tanzania and Bangladesh) participated in 9 days long training. As part of the training participants visited the community at Morrelganj district to know their vulnerabilities as well as their adaptations, options, strategies and practices. It’s a first-hand experience for participants to learn and practice the learning in the real field. Besides this they participated and visited CCDB climate center to observe Bangladesh’s five main ecosystems wise adaptation and mitigation technology.
Climate Change and Adaptation
A three-day training on “Climate Change and Adaptation· was held at the CCDB Climate Centre, with over 22 participants from CCDB’s frontline teams working in coastal and drought-prone areas. The training focused on essential climate change concepts and practical solutions to enhance community resilience.
Local Adaptation Plan of Action (LAPA) Development
The CCDB climate change program organized a three-day workshop on Local Adaptation Plan of Action (LAPA) development for communities in coastal and drought-prone areas. The workshop aimed to empower local communities by providing training to create tailored adaptation plans. Eighteen representatives from nine Community Climate Resilience Centers (CCRC) actively participated, gaining valuable knowledge and skills through interactive sessions and practical exercises.
Hands-onTraining on Climate Change Adaptation Technologies
The CCDB climate change program organized an intensive, hands-on training on Climate Change Adaptation Technologies, specifically tailored for residents of climate-vulnerable hotspots and participants involved in the Community Climate Resilient Centre (CCRC) project. The primary goal of the training was to equip community members with practical, applicable knowledge of various adaptation technologies. enabling them to better address the challenges posed by climate change.
Orientation on Climate Change
The CCDB Climate Change Program organized an intensive three-day training program titled “Orientation on Climate Change· for partner organizations of Transform Aid International (TAI). The training was facilitated by a team of experts from CCDB’s resource pool. This interactive and participatory training equipped participants with opportunities for in-depth discussions and critical analysis of climate change impacts, vulnerabilities, and strategies for adaptation and mitigation. Attendees gained a comprehensive understanding of key topics, including nature-based solutions, carbon trading, waste management, and climate policy and finance.