Empowering Sustainable Development and Climate Action in Papua New Guinea
Welcome to the Climate Change and Development Authority (CCDA) of Papua New Guinea. Our mission is to spearhead the nation’s response to the growing challenges of climate change while fostering sustainable development across all sectors of society. By working in close partnership with government agencies, local communities, and international organizations, we aim to protect our environment, strengthen resilience, and promote a low-carbon economy.
At CCDA, we are committed to guiding PNG towards a sustainable future, ensuring that our communities are not only prepared for the impacts of climate change but are also equipped to thrive in an evolving global landscape. From policy development to on-the-ground initiatives, our work is focused on mitigating climate risks, adapting to inevitable changes, and advancing sustainable practices that promote both environmental and socio-economic wellbeing.
Join us as we work towards a greener, more resilient Papua New Guinea for current and future generations.
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Building Resilience to Climate Change
Building Resilience to Climate Change (BRCC) is implementing Papua New Guinea’s (PNG) Strategic Program for Climate Resilience (SPCR)1 aimed at achieving transformational change in addressing the current and future threats from climate change and related hazards. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved the grant for $24.25 million on 21 October 2015. The grant was provided […]
REDD+
REDD+: “REDD” stands for Reducing Emissions from Deforestation, Forest Degradation and the “+” stands for the role of Conservation, Sustainable Management of Forests, and Enhancement of Forest Carbon Stocks.” The development of PNG’s National REDD+ Strategy (NRS) 2017 – 2027 by CCDA through the REDD+ & Mitigation Division and relevant stakeholders; provides the strategic approach […]
National Adaptation Plan
Papua New Guinea’s first National Adaptation Plan (NAP) 2022-2030 is designed as a strategic frameworkto support efforts led by Papua New Guinea’s Climate Change and Development Authority (CCDA) toaddress climate change impacts. The NAP defines a series of cross-cutting strategies to strengtheninstitutional capacities and the ability to effectively mainstream climate change adaptation (CCA) anddisaster risk […]

Protecting Papua New Guinea’s environment is at the heart of our mission. By integrating climate action into every stage of development, we secure a healthier, more sustainable and environmentally resilient future for our people and generations ahead
Hon Simo Kilepa
MP, Minister for Environment, Conservation & Climate Change
At the Climate Change and Development Authority, we are committed to transforming climate challenges into opportunities through the enforcement of policies, fostering partnerships, empowering local communities, and advancing sustainable solutions to build a resilient Papua New Guinea
Ms Debra Sungi
Acting Managing Director, Climate Change and Development Authority
We must bring together our existing efforts, skills, and experience, while also accessing climate finance and technical support to ensure we can achieve the transformational change that our nation needs and that our people and the environment deserve
Hon John Pundari
MP , Kompiam AmbumNews & Events
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Championing Climate Action for Inclusive Development


