For Real, Effective Development Plans in Libya

Libya faces significant challenges due to climate change, environmental crises, and economic pressures. Despite the efforts of some international institutions to support development and adaptation, implementing plans from outside the country and relying on outdated indicators can lead to inaccurate decisions, increasing the likelihood of project failure.

We have learned that an institution that is not present in Libya has been commissioned by the BMZ and the Climate Adaptation and Sustainable Energy Partnership (CASEP) project, funded by the EU, to strengthen the Libyan government’s capacity to adapt to climate change. This institution is currently preparing the National Adaptation Plan for the Libyan government under the SECCAR project (Sustainable Energy and Climate Change Adaptation for Resilience).

For a National Adaptation Plan (NAP) study to be successful, a set of basic requirements must be in place to ensure its effectiveness and relevance to local reality.

We need national plans based on up-to-date, accurate data. This makes the presence of these institutions within Libya crucial — not only to monitor challenges firsthand but also to work closely with local entities and Libyan experts to ensure that plans align with our actual needs and challenges.

Meeting these requirements increases the likelihood of a successful National Adaptation Plan, ensuring it is not merely a document on paper but an effective tool to tackle climate challenges and achieve environmental and social sustainability.

We call on all international institutions involved in national projects in Libya to establish a presence within the country, ensuring transparency, effectiveness, and real impact. We also urge Libyan officials and media outlets to support this call for a better, more sustainable future for our country.

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