Abbey Abramson

  Climate projects monitoring and evaluation standards What the standards actually say (and how to use them) Sphere Standards (2018) —minimums across WASH, Food Security, Shelter, Health, plus Core Humanitarian Standard for accountability and participation. Use Sphere to argue for transparent criteria, accessible complaints, and monitoring that measures outcomes (not boxes handed out) (Sphere, 2018). The IFRC Emergency Response Framework (2025) defines roles, decision thresholds, and risk appetite in large emergencies, pairing with DREF timelines (10–14 days) to plan pre-positioned controls (IFRC, 2025; IFRC DREF, 2020) (ifrc.org). Open Contracting evidence —publish emergency contracts in OCDS ; evidence links disclosure to increased competition and savings (OCP, 2024). CaLP/CHD Data Responsibility —protect CVA data, document data flows, minimize what you collect, and ensure community consent and exit options (CaLP/CHD, 2020) (data.humdata.org). World Bank ASP (2023–2025) —build s...

  Scaling nature-based solutions challenges and opportunities Challenges and Opportunities in Scaling Nature-Based Solutions Scaling nature-based solutions (NbS) is vital for addressing the global challenges posed by climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource scarcity. While NbS offers cost-effective and sustainable alternatives to engineered solutions, its large-scale implementation faces numerous challenges. Simultaneously, significant opportunities exist to overcome these barriers through innovative financing, policy integration, and community engagement. This section explores the key challenges and opportunities in scaling NbS, providing insights into how they can be mainstreamed into global climate adaptation efforts. Challenges in Scaling Nature-Based Solutions Despite their potential, NbS faces significant challenges in financing, implementation, and integration with broader development goals. Financial Constraints Many NbS projects lack adequate funding due to their r...