XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-72 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility World Bank Ministry of Planning; Aqaba Regional Authority CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Water sector policy and administrative management]]+ 540000.00 540000.00 540000.00 540000.00 540000.00 0 World Bank Ministry of Planning; Aqaba Regional Authority 0 World Bank Ministry of Planning; Aqaba Regional Authority 0 World Bank Ministry of Planning; Aqaba Regional Authority 0 World Bank Ministry of Planning; Aqaba Regional Authority 2700000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-235 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP Royal Scientific for Conservation of Nature CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ 389800.00 389800.00 389800.00 389800.00 389800.00 0 UNDP Royal Scientific for Conservation of Nature 1949000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-280 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP Government of Jordan, through the Ministry of Planning CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Biosphere protection]]+ 500000.00 500000.00 500000.00 500000.00 500000.00 0 UNDP Government of Jordan, through the Ministry of Planning 0 UNDP Government of Jordan, through the Ministry of Planning 0 UNDP Government of Jordan, through the Ministry of Planning 0 UNDP Government of Jordan, through the Ministry of Planning 0 UNDP Government of Jordan, through the Ministry of Planning 0 UNDP Government of Jordan, through the Ministry of Planning 2500000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-355 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP Government of Jordan CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ 1260000.00 1260000.00 1260000.00 1260000.00 1260000.00 0 UNDP Government of Jordan 6300000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-1184 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility World Bank National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer (NCARTT) CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ 1000000.00 1000000.00 1000000.00 1000000.00 1000000.00 0 World Bank National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer (NCARTT) 0 World Bank National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer (NCARTT) 0 World Bank National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer (NCARTT) 0 World Bank National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer (NCARTT) 0 World Bank National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer (NCARTT) 0 World Bank National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer (NCARTT) 5000000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-1214 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility World Bank Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ 1230000.00 1230000.00 1230000.00 1230000.00 1230000.00 0 World Bank Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature 0 World Bank Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature 0 World Bank Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature 0 World Bank Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature 0 World Bank Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature 0 World Bank Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature 0 World Bank Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature 0 World Bank Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature 6150000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-1438 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP The Royal S ociety for the Conservation of Nature (RSCN) CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ 333333.33 333333.33 333333.33 0 UNDP The Royal S ociety for the Conservation of Nature (RSCN) 0 UNDP The Royal S ociety for the Conservation of Nature (RSCN) 0 UNDP The Royal S ociety for the Conservation of Nature (RSCN) 0 UNDP The Royal S ociety for the Conservation of Nature (RSCN) 0 UNDP The Royal S ociety for the Conservation of Nature (RSCN) 1000000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-2251 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP UNDP, Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ 316666.67 316666.67 316666.67 0 UNDP UNDP, Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) 0 UNDP UNDP, Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) 0 UNDP UNDP, Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) 950000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-2555 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility World Bank Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR); National Electric Power Corporation (NEPCO) CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Biosphere protection]]+ 1200000.00 1200000.00 1200000.00 1200000.00 1200000.00 0 World Bank Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR); National Electric Power Corporation (NEPCO) 0 World Bank Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR); National Electric Power Corporation (NEPCO) 0 World Bank Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR); National Electric Power Corporation (NEPCO) 0 World Bank Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR); National Electric Power Corporation (NEPCO) 0 World Bank Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR); National Electric Power Corporation (NEPCO) 0 World Bank Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR); National Electric Power Corporation (NEPCO) 0 World Bank Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR); National Electric Power Corporation (NEPCO) 0 World Bank Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR); National Electric Power Corporation (NEPCO) 0 World Bank Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR); National Electric Power Corporation (NEPCO) 6000000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-2631 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility IFAD MOPIC, MOE, MOA, MWI CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Environmental policy and administrative management]]+ 1289000.00 1289000.00 1289000.00 1289000.00 1289000.00 0 IFAD MOPIC, MOE, MOA, MWI 0 IFAD MOPIC, MOE, MOA, MWI 0 IFAD MOPIC, MOE, MOA, MWI 0 IFAD MOPIC, MOE, MOA, MWI 0 IFAD MOPIC, MOE, MOA, MWI 0 IFAD MOPIC, MOE, MOA, MWI 0 IFAD MOPIC, MOE, MOA, MWI 6445000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-3070 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP UNDP CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Environmental policy and administrative management]]+ 158333.33 158333.33 158333.33 0 UNDP UNDP 0 UNDP UNDP 0 UNDP UNDP 0 UNDP UNDP 0 UNDP UNDP 475000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-3215 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP National Energy Research Center (NERC) CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Biosphere protection]]+ 321666.67 321666.67 321666.67 0 UNDP National Energy Research Center (NERC) 0 UNDP National Energy Research Center (NERC) 0 UNDP National Energy Research Center (NERC) 0 UNDP National Energy Research Center (NERC) 0 UNDP National Energy Research Center (NERC) 965000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-3671 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility World Bank FFEM, AFD, GOJ CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Biosphere protection]]+ 333333.33 333333.33 333333.33 0 World Bank FFEM, AFD, GOJ 0 World Bank FFEM, AFD, GOJ 0 World Bank FFEM, AFD, GOJ 0 World Bank FFEM, AFD, GOJ 0 World Bank FFEM, AFD, GOJ 0 World Bank FFEM, AFD, GOJ 0 World Bank FFEM, AFD, GOJ 1000000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-3932 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility IFAD Ministry of Environment (MOENV), Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ 333333.33 333333.33 333333.33 0 IFAD Ministry of Environment (MOENV), Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) 0 IFAD Ministry of Environment (MOENV), Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) 0 IFAD Ministry of Environment (MOENV), Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) 0 IFAD Ministry of Environment (MOENV), Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) 0 IFAD Ministry of Environment (MOENV), Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) 1000000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-4086 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNEP Ministry of Environment CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ 294666.67 294666.67 294666.67 0 UNEP Ministry of Environment 0 UNEP Ministry of Environment 0 UNEP Ministry of Environment 0 UNEP Ministry of Environment 0 UNEP Ministry of Environment 136628 UNEP Ministry of Environment 219100 UNEP Ministry of Environment 4968 UNEP Ministry of Environment 215032 UNEP Ministry of Environment 0 UNEP Ministry of Environment 123504 UNEP Ministry of Environment 884000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-4124 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP Ministry of Environment CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Biosphere protection]]+ 316666.67 316666.67 316666.67 0 UNDP Ministry of Environment 0 UNDP Ministry of Environment 0 UNDP Ministry of Environment 0 UNDP Ministry of Environment 0 UNDP Ministry of Environment 950000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-4586 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (MoTA) CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ 540000.00 540000.00 540000.00 540000.00 540000.00 0 UNDP Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (MoTA) 0 UNDP Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (MoTA) 0 UNDP Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (MoTA) 2699860 UNDP Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (MoTA) 532997 UNDP Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (MoTA) 2166863 UNDP Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (MoTA) 2700000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-5026 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility World Bank National Center for Agricultural Research and Extension (NCARE) CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Environmental policy and administrative management]]+ 666111.00 666111.00 666111.00 666111.00 666111.00 0 World Bank National Center for Agricultural Research and Extension (NCARE) 0 World Bank National Center for Agricultural Research and Extension (NCARE) 0 World Bank National Center for Agricultural Research and Extension (NCARE) 0 World Bank National Center for Agricultural Research and Extension (NCARE) 0 World Bank National Center for Agricultural Research and Extension (NCARE) 3330555 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-5570 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP Ministry of Environment CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan 31 36 +![cdata[Environmental policy and administrative management]]+ 332000.00 332000.00 332000.00 995942 UNDP Ministry of Environment 996000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-9189 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP Ministry of Environment CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan 31 36 +![cdata[Environmental policy and administrative management]]+ 1018000.00 1018000.00 1018000.00 1018000.00 1018000.00 213628 UNDP Ministry of Environment 1598510 UNDP Ministry of Environment 510787 UNDP Ministry of Environment 752380 UNDP Ministry of Environment 1020611 UNDP Ministry of Environment 4982235 UNDP Ministry of Environment 5090000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-9204 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Jordan Amman 31.95522 35.94503 +![cdata[Environmental policy and administrative management]]+ 528000.00 528000.00 528000.00 528000.00 528000.00 730461 UNDP Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) 421942 UNDP Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) 625908 UNDP Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) 464673 UNDP Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) 2619874 UNDP Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) 2640000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-10528 Global Environment Facility Achieving land degradation neutrality targets through restoration and sustainable management of degraded land in Northern Jordan Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.The project promotes full and productive employment and decent work in rural areas, aiming at the progressive realization of their right to Decent Rural Employment[1]. Strengthening of key value-chains and introduction of target SLM measures will lead to improved income generation opportunities and more diversified livelihoods for around 12,500 people (50% women) in the target Governates and landscapes. Additional socio-economic benefits include the following and will be calculated during initial stages of project implementation: · Number of land managers with access to advisory or extension services (total # per administrative district per region)· Increased investments in SLM· Increased awareness of LDN concepts, LD impacts and LDN principles· Increased livelihood and economic resilience through improved market access by smallholder to climate resilient value chains · Increased social resilience and human well-being (Gender equality, access to information and finance) of 12,500 beneficiaries (Women 6,250; Men 6,250)· Improved access to finance for small-holder farmers· Improved food security through increased productivity and delivery of ecosystem services (project contribution defined, but not monitored) [1] Specific guidance on how FAO can promote the Four Pillars of Decent Work in rural areas is provided in the Quick reference for addressing decent rural employment (as well as in the full corresponding Guidance document). For more information on FAO’s work on decent rural employment and related guidance materials please consult the FAO thematic website at: http://www.fao.org/rural-employment/en/. Global Environment Facility FAO Royal Scientific Society (RSS) CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date ' Jordan +![cdata[Forestry development]]+ 413474 FAO Royal Scientific Society (RSS) 1515526 FAO Royal Scientific Society (RSS) 4000000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-10605 Global Environment Facility To catalyze and accelerate the breakthrough of electric mobility in urban areas in Jordan through innovation and technology transfer Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Economic benefits:The project will have multiple socio-economic benefits at the national and local levels. These benefits will help to boost the interest of integration the EVs in Jordan and this will contribute to global reduction in GHG emissions. Jordan imports about 94% of its energy needs, the highest level of the energy imports present economic risks, as well as making the nation's economy internationally vulnerable to volatility, so, the benefits at economic growth will be in improved energy efficiency, employment prosperity and competitive productivity. The national and local quality of air is a critical benefit to be gained by the promotion of EVs.In gender point of view aspect, the project will offer a regular work for women in labor market in Jordan. The development in the access for both women and men to safer, cleaner, and more efficient transport, thereby will increase the economic growth by minimizing travel time and ensuring reliable modes of transport. Health and Social benefits: This project will support creation of additional work opportunities, develop technological skills, and thus improve the quality of life of local community. The adoption of EVs can create a new business environment for both men and women. Compared to the base year 2010, the substantial rise in car mileage will increase fuel consumption by nearly 30% until 2030 and CO2 will increase by 26% according to MoT. In particular, the integration of electric vehicles will decrease Jordan's dependency on gasoline will play an important role in decreasing fuel consumption and mitigating CO2, CO, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC), Particular Matter (PM). The project will integrate gender dimensions into Petra e-bus project to ensure that local women will benefit from the public transportation. Safe access to public transport services are expected to improve women's access to employment opportunities. Please see ESMP for more details of the project interventions.Global Environment Facility UNIDO Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date ' Jordan Jordan - Amman 31.96 35.95 Jordan - Petra 30.32 35.44 +![cdata[Electric mobility infrastructures]]+ 379071.67 379071.67 379071.67 791383 UNIDO Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) 193440 UNIDO Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) 1137215 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-10905 Global Environment Facility To enhance and strengthen the management effectiveness, equity and operational capabilities of Aqaba Marine Reserve (AMR) through capacity building and participatory approaches. Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency. In summary, this project is needed to create the support mechanism required to harness the best possible leadership, technology, science, innovation, and communication on marine biodiversity to positively support the transformation of the current AMR structure into a world class marine reserve. The improved operational management of the AMR (and broader marine conservation sector) will lead to management improvements, environmental habitat improvements, and if undertaken successfully, several new employment opportunities, ranging from the maintenance and repair of glass bottom boats, new innovative climate resilient “nature based solutions” piloted, the improved operation of AMR assets and infrastructures, to the recycling of waste material etc. It will also spur the development of new areas of business, mainly related to tourism and recreational sector but also opportunities where the private sector may be able to help with the purchase, or loan of technological monitoring equipment. Another chance lies in the possibility for setting up collaborate learning strategies with appropriate marine parks in the region ((1) Abu Galum Managed Resource Protected Area; 2) Nabq Managed Resources Protected Area; and/or 3) Ras Mohammed National Park – see Annex E Map 3). This promotion of coordinated learning and supporting capacities is likely to accelerate the development of this sector and hence the protective “value” of the AMR, by advising on the future creation of new business opportunities and associated employment opportunities for all. Furthermore, by modernizing the AMR and improving its operation, progress on enhancing marine biodiversity conservation in Aqaba, using modern and best practice techniques, will benefit the country’s economy in general that is in line with the current ASEZA Master Plan[1]. Last, but not least, the project will increase parity between women and men working within the boundaries of the AMR and beyond. Women will have a stronger say in marine biodiversity matters, and more women will benefit from capacity building and training measures and hence new employment opportunities within the reserve and collectively, an improved management model will help to support the sustainable development of growth potential of both private and public stakeholders within the confines of the reserve. [1] JICA are seeking to fund a project for Updating ASEZ Master Plan into 2023 (status of this to be determined at the time of writing) Global Environment Facility IUCN The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)- Jordan Country Office CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date ' Jordan 221024.33 221024.33 221024.33 663073 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-11189 Global Environment Facility Reduced risk for the environment and health through the upstream reduction of plastic waste entering the environment and the associated U-POPs release, achieved by reducing the use of single-use plastic and by shifting toward more sustainable business models in the Food and Beverage Sector. Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.As reported by the JCI, there are currently 60 facilities dedicated to producing plastic bags (employing approximately 7,000 workers), along with 30 facilities each for drink bottles, caps, lids, food containers (including fast food packaging), as well as cutlery, plates, and trays. The total number of Single-Use Plastic (SUP) facilities stands at 150, constituting roughly 25% of the overall facilities in the broader plastic industrial sector. An analysis on the impact of banning plastic bags (Motasem Salam et al., 2017) revealed that the plastic sector could see a reduction of 390 to 700 jobs if plastic bags were to be completely banned in Jordan. Through several meetings with the Jordan Chamber of Industry and private enterprises, the project team learned that the sector is currently operating well below its production capacity, resulting in low returns on investment. This suggests that the SUP manufacturing sector has likely reached its peak, with a decrease in turnover expected in the upcoming year. To calculate the net socio-economic benefits of banning SUPs, the following factors should be considered: · Avoided direct costs of plastic packaging: Consumers often bear the additional costs associated with single-use plastic, as alternatives are not readily available. Even plastic bags and other SUPs provided free by shops and retailers ultimately factor into the cost of products, passed on to consumers. · Current externalization of environmental and social costs of single-use plastic: Presently, the entire environmental and social costs of SUPs are externalized, meaning they are borne by the community. These costs include expenses for plastic waste management, environmental impacts of plastic pollution and improper disposal (such as open burning), landscape degradation due to the visual impact of plastic waste, and significant impacts on the fishing industry due to ocean plastic pollution. Ocean pollution and its effects can lead to decreased fish populations, disrupted ecosystems, and economic losses for coastal communities dependent on fishing, exacerbating the broader socio-economic ramifications of plastic pollution. · Development of alternative jobs: While traditional SUP manufacturing may experience job reductions, the transition to sustainable packaging could generate numerous jobs within the circular economy. This could involve roles such as designers and manufacturers of sustainable packaging, operators of refill shops, and service providers to hotels and restaurants supplying reusable goods. In summary, while low-level workers in the plastic manufacturing sector may face short-term impacts due to reduced demand for SUPs, it is evident that: · The SUP manufacturing industry is already declining, indicating potential for alternative solutions. · The shift to alternative and sustainable packaging in the food and beverage sector could create more jobs of higher quality than the low-level jobs that may be lost. · Avoided direct and externalized costs will ultimately benefit consumers and society. In addition, to maximize social benefits, it's crucial to ensure protection for workers who may lose their jobs due to the banning of single-use plastics. This could involve implementing retraining programs, providing financial support during transitions, and offering opportunities for employment in emerging sustainable industries. By prioritizing the welfare of affected workers, policymakers can mitigate the social impacts of SUP banning and foster a more equitable transition to a sustainable economy. We confirm that the child project design has considered socio-economic benefits to be delivered by the project and these have been clearly described in the Project Description and will be monitored and reported on during project implementation (at MTR and TER).Global Environment Facility UNDP Ministry of Environment CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date ' Jordan Amman 31.9594 35.8786 Aqaba, Al Aqaba Qasabah 29.52667 35.00778 Liwā’ Saḩāb, Amman 31.91582 36.23194 Liwā’ Mārkā, Amman 31.94546 36.06845 Al Mwaqqar, Amman 31.79519 36.24755 Liwā’ al Jīzah, Amman 31.50644 36.33754 4437156 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-11424 Global Environment Facility To promote ecosystem-based management of the Gulf of Aqaba marine resources through integration of Marine Spatial Planning as a tool for informing decisions for transitioning towards more sustainable investments for a more resilient socio-ecological system with the capacity to generate multiple benefits for the local economy and the well-being needs of the people of Aqaba. Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.The socio-economic benefits in the project will be observed at the individual (household level) as well as at the collective community level for economic groups as follows: • At least 188,600 people living in Aqaba will directly/indirectly benefit through improved primary landscape/seascape conservation and management, improved, fisheries and ecotourism benefits derived from sustainable nature-based activities, aquaculture, diversified livelihood improvements and improved ecosystem services. • Improved conservation of marine and terrestrial PAs, community production practices will enhance the ecological value of the respective ecosystems for community benefits. • Improved access to basic goods and technical services, technology and improved blue economy related practices, as well as diversification of livelihoods and marine-based products will ensure more livelihood options and better prices and income. • The focus on addressing gender inequality wherein various initiatives, such as promotion of alternative livelihood options, participation of women in decision-making and various local conservation and sustainable activities are proposed. The project envisages more gender equality in context of sex ratio, decision making powers, ownership and control on natural resources and women leadership as well as participation; • A reduction in the resource use conflicts and increase in effective implementation of sustainable resource use practices. • Incremental funding through NbS measures will protect critical biodiversity hotspots and provide for improved and diversified livelihoods and incomes and a sustainability of such investments beyond the life of the project; • Incremental funding through new and innovative financial measures will protect critical ecosystems and provide for improved and diversified livelihoods and incomes and a sustainability of such investments beyond the life of the project; Additional cost of the project is justified to support Jordans desire to optimize economic benefits offered by blue carbon ecosystems and how natural capital valuations can be better integrated into financial incentive strategies, as blue carbon “credits”. The project will be supporting strategies for how ASEZA can use natural capital valuation to offset carbon emissions which may then be traded in the carbon markets into the future. Since the sequestration of carbon in these habitats is highly efficient, conserving, restoring, and expanding the blue carbon ecosystems of the Gulf of Aqaba (GoA) could be used to attract lucrative international investments by providing a framework for businesses to become carbon neutral. • Stable or improved populations of marine species and improved marine ecosystems will greatly enhance visitor experiences for increasing potential for ecotourism and community financial benefit.Global Environment Facility UNDP Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date ' Jordan 1776484 GEF