Overview
The Havana Coastal Zone, located in the capital city of Cuba, is a 47 km-long coastline with significant natural, aesthetic, cultural, and social heritage and economic assets for the sustainable development of both Havana and Cuba.
The area houses 37% of the population of Havana within 208 km2; the highest population density in the country. The degree of exposure and sensitivity of this area to climate change impacts makes it highly vulnerable - in particular to sea level rise and to extreme meteorological events.
The objective of the project is to formulate an Adaptation Plan for the Havana Coastal Zone, which considers the medium- and long-term climate risks and specific vulnerabilities and integrates adaptation measures and investment decisions into the development planning process with the involvement of key national and local stakeholders.