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Youth Alliance for Environment (YAE) serves as the Secretariat for COP29 on behalf of the Government of Nepal.

This brief report by Youth Alliance for Environment (YAE) sheds light on the profound and often overlooked impacts of climate change on children worldwide. It explores how environmental changes affect children’s health, education, and overall well-being, emphasizing the urgent need for policies that prioritize the youngest and most vulnerable members of society. Through comprehensive analysis and case studies, the report aims to raise awareness and inspire action toward building a sustainable and resilient future for children in the face of climate challenges.

This report presents a detailed forest carbon inventory conducted in the Sacred Himalayan Landscape of Nepal. It provides critical insights into the carbon sequestration capacity of these ecologically significant forests, highlighting their vital role in climate change mitigation. The findings support sustainable forest management and conservation efforts, contributing to Nepal’s commitment to environmental stewardship and global climate goals. This inventory serves as a foundational resource for policymakers, researchers, and conservationists working to preserve the unique biodiversity and carbon stocks of the Himalayan region.

This comprehensive policy analysis examines the intersection of climate change, environmental challenges, and child rights in Nepal. It evaluates how existing policies address the vulnerabilities of children affected by environmental degradation and climate impacts, highlighting gaps and opportunities for improvement. The report aims to inform stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and child rights advocates, to strengthen policy frameworks that ensure a safer and healthier environment for Nepal’s children now and in the future.

This technical manual offers comprehensive guidance on environmental management and climate change adaptation strategies. Designed for practitioners, policymakers, and educators, it provides practical tools and methodologies to understand and address the complexities of climate-related challenges. The manual aims to enhance capacity building and support informed decision-making for sustainable environmental stewardship.

This report highlights the initiatives undertaken to strengthen the knowledge and skills of academia and community forest user groups in Nepal regarding climate change, carbon financing, and REDD+. By building capacity at these grassroots and institutional levels, the project aims to foster sustainable forest management practices and empower communities to actively participate in carbon market mechanisms. The insights and recommendations presented here support collaborative efforts to mitigate climate impacts while promoting environmental stewardship and economic benefits for local communities.

This report explores Nepal’s readiness for REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation), a critical mechanism to combat climate change by incentivizing forest conservation and sustainable management. It assesses the country’s institutional frameworks, policy environment, and stakeholder engagement processes that prepare Nepal to participate effectively in REDD+ initiatives. The findings aim to guide policymakers, practitioners, and international partners in strengthening Nepal’s capacity to reduce emissions, protect forests, and promote sustainable livelihoods for forest-dependent communities.