RG-T2478 : Assessing the Impact of Biodiversity Policies in LAC

The proposed TC will contribute to the following GCI-9 lending program priority targets: (i) poverty reduction and equity enhancement- improved environmental quality and governance can lead to greater opportunities for poorer segments of the population, particularly those directly dependent on the natural resource base. (ii) climate change, sustainable (including renewable) energy, and environmental sustainability- strengthening of the evidence-base for informing environmental policy and implementation will help improve decision making with regards to climate change mitigation/adaptation and overall sustainability. In addition, the proposed TC will contribute to the Environment and Biodiversity sector priority, ¿Protect the environment, respond to climate change, promote renewable energy, and ensure food security.¿ Lastly, the proposed TC supports the Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Program, as the TC will support the integration of biodiversity and ecosystem services into key economic sectors and strengthen environmental policy and governance in the Region.