Does development assistance reduce climate vulnerability in developing countries? an empirical investigation

Jain, Panika; Bardhan, Samaresh

doi:10.1080/17565529.2022.2065236

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“…For instance, Robertsen et al (2015) highlight that the countries in Africa most vulnerable to climate impacts are not necessarily the ones receiving the highest amount of aid. Delving further into this matter, the study by Jain and Bardhan (2023) investigates the connections between ODA disbursements and climate vulnerability. Additionally, it examines the intermediary function of adaptation readiness within 119 developing nations, thereby suggesting a lack of adaptation mainstreaming into ODA disbursement with respect to vulnerability and readiness.…”

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Supporting agriculture in developing countries: new insights on the impact of official development assistance using a climate perspective

Trentinaglia,

Baldi,

Peri

2023

Agric Econ

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Agriculture is a major source of food and income for poor and rural households living in developing countries; yet, agricultural systems are increasingly threatened by changing climate conditions that compromise their productivity and resilience. Over time, international aid has provided support to the agricultural systems of recipient countries, though the literature is not unanimous in confirming their effectiveness.To shed light on this issue, the purpose of this work is to assess the efficacy of these aid in increasing the agricultural productivity of recipient nations, employing original approaches.First, to adopt a climate change perspective, we conduct our analysis using a recent classification adopted by the Official Development Assistance—the Rio Markers—which distinguishes aid between adaptation and mitigation to climate change.Second, taking into account that the starting conditions of recipient countries can significantly impact aid effectiveness, we classify 115 developing countries into four subgroups according to their vulnerability and readiness to climate change, as evaluated by the ND-Gain indicators.We perform a two-stage instrumental variable approach within the context of panel models to investigate the potential growth-enhancing impact that different types of agricultural aid may exert on the agriculture Total Factor Productivity in recipient countries.Our findings show that aid to agriculture, especially adaptation aid, has a positive impact on agricultural productivity growth. We also observe that countries with a higher climate readiness benefit the most from aid, whereas countries highly vulnerable and heavily dependent on the agricultural sector are less able to leverage the aid received to the same extent.Overall, our analysis confirms the importance of international aid to the agricultural sector and suggests that accurate impact assessment analyses should also consider a climate perspective to distinguish adaptation from mitigation aid.

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Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

Supporting agriculture in developing countries: new insights on the impact of official development assistance using a climate perspective

Trentinaglia,

Baldi,

Peri

2023

Agric Econ

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“…However, while commitments showcase ambition, projects can have an impact only when they get disbursed and implemented. Therefore, investigating the disbursement gap is important (Savvidou et al 2021, SEforALL 2020Jain and Bardhan 2023). Assessing the ratio of disbursements to commitments over a specific time frame provides insights into whether approved projects are being implemented as intended or if they are facing challenges during implementation (Savvidou et al 2021).…”

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Adaptation Gap Report 2023: Underfinanced. Underprepared. Inadequate investment and planning on climate adaptation leaves world exposed

2023

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The UNEP Adaptation Gap Report (AGR) series provides an annual science-based assessment of the global progress on adaptation planning, financing, and implementation. It also explores options for enhancing and advancing national and global adaptation efforts and provides an in-depth analysis of selected issues of interest. In addition to the update on adaptation planning and implementation, the 2023 edition provides a more in-depth finance assessment chapter and includes a thematic deep-dive chapter on loss and damage. The report also highlights key case studies.

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Does development assistance reduce climate vulnerability in developing countries? an empirical investigation

Cited by 2 publications

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Supporting agriculture in developing countries: new insights on the impact of official development assistance using a climate perspective

Supporting agriculture in developing countries: new insights on the impact of official development assistance using a climate perspective

Adaptation Gap Report 2023: Underfinanced. Underprepared. Inadequate investment and planning on climate adaptation leaves world exposed

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