Cancun Adaptation Framework

Basic Information

Description

The Cancun Adaptation Framework (CAF) is a global initiative established under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in 2010. It focuses on enhancing action on climate change adaptation by enabling the planning, prioritization, and implementation of adaptation strategies. The framework emphasizes a country-driven, gender-sensitive, and participatory approach to building resilience against climatic risks. By facilitating international cooperation, it aims to reduce human vulnerability to the current global climate crisis.

Mentions in Source

  • “While more focus may be given to mitigating the problems caused by climate change, the Cancun Adaptation Framework (CAF) of 2010 highlighted that appropriate attention should be given to the need to adapt to reduce human vulnerability to the current climate change crisis.” — ITU-T L.1501 (Adaptation Best Practices)