Abstract
This presentation outlines the results of an assessment of five climate change adaptation solutions implemented across five different countries in the Andean Cordillera. Led by members of the University of Geneva and the Consorcio para el Desarollo Sostenible de la Ecoregión Andina (CONDESAN) as part of the Adaptation at Altitude programme, this research had the objective to assess the effectiveness and long-term sustainability of the solutions from the perspective of beneficiary communities.
The solutions analyzed were carefully selected from the Adaptation at Altitude Solutions Portal on the basis of their transformative potential and relevance for replication. They offer valuable insights into climate adaptation efforts in mountain regions.
Unlike conventional evaluation frameworks, which often rely on retrospective data and results reported by implementers, sometimes overlooking the lived experiences of those most affected, our study employs an assessment framework that focuses on the perspectives of beneficiaries and local stakeholders, providing a more nuanced understanding of adaptation effectiveness.
The study identifies best practices, extracts lessons learned and analyses key factors, both facilitating and constraining, that influence the effectiveness, sustainability and scalability of these solutions. The findings aim to strengthen climate change adaptation efforts in mountain regions, both in the Andes and beyond, providing evidence to inform policy and decision-making on adaptation strategies.