CLIMATE CHANGE FOCUS: Tunisia coastline in need of climate cash boost
Photo: UNDP Tunisia Climate change is impacting Tunisia's coastal zones affecting both humans and marine biodiversity.
Photo: UNDP Tunisia. Twenty years ago Tunisian fishermen were able to fish octopus off the coast of the North African country, but changes to the climate mean that is no longer possible.
Efforts to mobilize the cash needed to ensure that climate change does not lead to the irreversible damage of Tunisia鈥檚 coastline are being undertaken by the North African country鈥檚 government, with the support of the 缅北禁地Development Programme ().
Tunisia鈥檚 extensive coastal areas are a crucial part of its economy providing tourist dollars and opportunities for income-generating activities like fishing.
However, a rise in the sea level, coastal erosion and an increase in the temperature of fishing waters caused by climate change are threatening habitats vital for both human activity and marine biodiversity.
The government is now working with UNDP to secure the investment for coastal defence and other climate adaptation interventions, while regulating development in delicate and exposed coastal regions.
听about how Tunisia is adopting innovative strategies to protect its coastline and the livelihoods of its people
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