INCLUDING ADAPTATION IN THE ENHANCEMENT PROCESS
Countries are increasingly bringing adaptation to the forefront of their national agendas through NDCs accompanying their National Adaptation Plans ( NAPs ).
NDCs and NAPs help countries identify priority adaptation actions to be mainstreamed into development plans and budgets , while mobilizing adaptation finance . Implemented effectively , adaptation actions present opportunities to drive socioeconomic benefits through reduced risk , mitigated costs , and increased innovation , thus providing benefits like higher agricultural yields , efficient water usage , increased job creation , and improved water and air quality .
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