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Here you can explore key trends in how NAP documents are structured and how they address different aspects of the NAP process. Click on the icons at the top to explore the elements you are interested in.

98%61/62

# of NAPs with specific adaptation actions identified

115

Average # of adaptation actions identified


40Participatory35Coordinated28Multi-sectoral25Transparent36Inclusive of vulnerable groups and communities29Guided by best-available science22Guided by Traditional and Indigenous Knowledge37Gender responsive30Ecosystem-based, environmentally sustainable44Other

# of NAPs that identify guiding principles

Data reflects NAPs submitted to the UNFCCC as of 30/04/2025

* The list of NAPs on the UNFCCC’s NAP Central includes sector-specific NAPs from Uruguay for four sectors (agriculture, cities and infrastructure, energy, and coastal sectors). Sector-specific NAPs are not included in the analysis as we are focusing on multi-sector NAP documents.

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