XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-594 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP Global Environment Facility UNEP UNOPS/UNEP CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Biosphere protection]]+ 640672.80 640672.80 640672.80 640672.80 640672.80 0 UNDP UNOPS/UNEP 0 UNEP UNOPS/UNEP 0 UNDP UNOPS/UNEP 0 UNEP UNOPS/UNEP 0 UNDP UNOPS/UNEP 0 UNEP UNOPS/UNEP 0 UNDP UNOPS/UNEP 0 UNEP UNOPS/UNEP 0 UNDP UNOPS/UNEP 0 UNEP UNOPS/UNEP 3203364 GEF 3203364 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-855 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (SCNP) CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ 241666.67 241666.67 241666.67 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (SCNP) 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (SCNP) 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (SCNP) 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (SCNP) 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (SCNP) 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (SCNP) 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (SCNP) 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (SCNP) 725000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-1036 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP The State Committee of Nature Protection of Karakalpakstan (project executing agency). CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Forestry policy and administrative management]]+ 323333.33 323333.33 323333.33 0 UNDP The State Committee of Nature Protection of Karakalpakstan (project executing agency). 0 UNDP The State Committee of Nature Protection of Karakalpakstan (project executing agency). 0 UNDP The State Committee of Nature Protection of Karakalpakstan (project executing agency). 0 UNDP The State Committee of Nature Protection of Karakalpakstan (project executing agency). 0 UNDP The State Committee of Nature Protection of Karakalpakstan (project executing agency). 0 UNDP The State Committee of Nature Protection of Karakalpakstan (project executing agency). 0 UNDP The State Committee of Nature Protection of Karakalpakstan (project executing agency). 970000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-2740 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (Goskompriroda) CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Agricultural land resources]]+ 316786.30 316786.30 316786.30 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (Goskompriroda) 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (Goskompriroda) 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (Goskompriroda) 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (Goskompriroda) 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (Goskompriroda) 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection (Goskompriroda) 950359 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-3178 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP Government of Uzbekistan CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Environmental policy and administrative management]]+ 158333.33 158333.33 158333.33 0 UNDP Government of Uzbekistan 0 UNDP Government of Uzbekistan 0 UNDP Government of Uzbekistan 0 UNDP Government of Uzbekistan 475000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-3232 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility ADB Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources (MAWR) CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Agricultural land resources]]+ 600000.00 600000.00 600000.00 600000.00 600000.00 0 ADB Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources (MAWR) 0 ADB Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources (MAWR) 0 ADB Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources (MAWR) 0 ADB Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources (MAWR) 0 ADB Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources (MAWR) 0 ADB Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources (MAWR) 3000000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-3556 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP Ministry of Agriculture and Water Management, Main Forestry Department CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ 325000.00 325000.00 325000.00 0 UNDP Ministry of Agriculture and Water Management, Main Forestry Department 0 UNDP Ministry of Agriculture and Water Management, Main Forestry Department 0 UNDP Ministry of Agriculture and Water Management, Main Forestry Department 0 UNDP Ministry of Agriculture and Water Management, Main Forestry Department 0 UNDP Ministry of Agriculture and Water Management, Main Forestry Department 0 UNDP Ministry of Agriculture and Water Management, Main Forestry Department 975000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-3624 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP The State Committee on Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Biosphere protection]]+ 582777.00 582777.00 582777.00 582777.00 582777.00 0 UNDP The State Committee on Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan 0 UNDP The State Committee on Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan 0 UNDP The State Committee on Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan 0 UNDP The State Committee on Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan 0 UNDP The State Committee on Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan 0 UNDP The State Committee on Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan 2913885 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-3950 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP State Committee for Nature Portection of the Republic of Uzbekistan CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ 316666.67 316666.67 316666.67 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Portection of the Republic of Uzbekistan 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Portection of the Republic of Uzbekistan 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Portection of the Republic of Uzbekistan 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Portection of the Republic of Uzbekistan 0 UNDP State Committee for Nature Portection of the Republic of Uzbekistan 950000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-4600 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP State Committee for Land Resources and Geo Cadastre CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Rural land policy and management]]+ 462720.00 462720.00 462720.00 462720.00 462720.00 0 UNDP State Committee for Land Resources and Geo Cadastre 0 UNDP State Committee for Land Resources and Geo Cadastre 1882673 UNDP State Committee for Land Resources and Geo Cadastre 352366 UNDP State Committee for Land Resources and Geo Cadastre 2303403 UNDP State Committee for Land Resources and Geo Cadastre 0 UNDP State Committee for Land Resources and Geo Cadastre 2313600 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-4642 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 Agriculture CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Environmental policy and administrative management]]+ 2539800.00 2539800.00 2539800.00 2539800.00 2539800.00 0 World Bank Ministry of Agriculture 0 World Bank Ministry of Agriculture 12699000 World Bank Ministry of Agriculture 12699000 World Bank Ministry of Agriculture 12699000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-5403 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNEP State Committee of Nature Protection of Uzbekistan Republic; Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan Republic; Department of Forestry, Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources of UzR; Institute of Genetics and Plant Experimental Biology of the Academy of Sciences of UzR; Bioversity International, (regional office for Central Asia, Tashkent). CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan Buston village 41.79 60.92 Dashnobod village 38.53 68.03 Karabog village 37.77 66.81 Karvak village 41.29 61.16 Kizilolma village 37.85 66.70 Sarapayon village 41.51 60.72 Shelkon village 37.81 66.69 Shurohon village 41.53 61.03 Soliobod village 37.29 67.34 +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ 411948.33 411948.33 411948.33 0 UNEP State Committee of Nature Protection of Uzbekistan Republic; Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan Republic; Department of Forestry, Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources of UzR; Institute of Genetics and Plant Experimental Biology of the Academy of Sciences of UzR; Bioversity International, (regional office for Central Asia, Tashkent). 404106 UNEP State Committee of Nature Protection of Uzbekistan Republic; Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan Republic; Department of Forestry, Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources of UzR; Institute of Genetics and Plant Experimental Biology of the Academy of Sciences of UzR; Bioversity International, (regional office for Central Asia, Tashkent). 427024 UNEP State Committee of Nature Protection of Uzbekistan Republic; Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan Republic; Department of Forestry, Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources of UzR; Institute of Genetics and Plant Experimental Biology of the Academy of Sciences of UzR; Bioversity International, (regional office for Central Asia, Tashkent). 0 UNEP State Committee of Nature Protection of Uzbekistan Republic; Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan Republic; Department of Forestry, Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources of UzR; Institute of Genetics and Plant Experimental Biology of the Academy of Sciences of UzR; Bioversity International, (regional office for Central Asia, Tashkent). 0 UNEP State Committee of Nature Protection of Uzbekistan Republic; Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan Republic; Department of Forestry, Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources of UzR; Institute of Genetics and Plant Experimental Biology of the Academy of Sciences of UzR; Bioversity International, (regional office for Central Asia, Tashkent). 247467 UNEP State Committee of Nature Protection of Uzbekistan Republic; Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan Republic; Department of Forestry, Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources of UzR; Institute of Genetics and Plant Experimental Biology of the Academy of Sciences of UzR; Bioversity International, (regional office for Central Asia, Tashkent). 856648 UNEP State Committee of Nature Protection of Uzbekistan Republic; Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan Republic; Department of Forestry, Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources of UzR; Institute of Genetics and Plant Experimental Biology of the Academy of Sciences of UzR; Bioversity International, (regional office for Central Asia, Tashkent). 1235845 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-6913 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP State Committee on Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan (Gosarchitectstroy) CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan Surxondaryo Viloyati 38 67.5 Samarqand Viloyati 39.8 66.43333 Bukhara Province 40 64 Xorazm Viloyati 41.5 60.5 Fergana Region 40.5 71.25 Tashkent 41.26465 69.21627 +![cdata[Environmental policy and administrative management]]+ 1200000.00 1200000.00 1200000.00 1200000.00 1200000.00 124127 UNDP State Committee on Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan (Gosarchitectstroy) 1324857 UNDP State Committee on Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan (Gosarchitectstroy) 768981 UNDP State Committee on Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan (Gosarchitectstroy) 1193956 UNDP State Committee on Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan (Gosarchitectstroy) 318230 UNDP State Committee on Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan (Gosarchitectstroy) 559211 UNDP State Committee on Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan (Gosarchitectstroy) 6000000 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-8031 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP State Committee on Nature Protection CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan Tashkent 41.26465 69.21627 +![cdata[Environmental policy and administrative management]]+ 1241972.60 1241972.60 1241972.60 1241972.60 1241972.60 348721 UNDP State Committee on Nature Protection 1068323 UNDP State Committee on Nature Protection 1234731 UNDP State Committee on Nature Protection 771762 UNDP State Committee on Nature Protection 1833242 UNDP State Committee on Nature Protection 6192928 UNDP State Committee on Nature Protection 6209863 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-9190 Global Environment Facility NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility FAO State Forest Committee CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Forestry policy and administrative management]]+ 637404.60 637404.60 637404.60 637404.60 637404.60 619781 FAO State Forest Committee 935946 FAO State Forest Committee 299853 FAO State Forest Committee 624479 FAO State Forest Committee 307984 FAO State Forest Committee 201382 FAO State Forest Committee 22925 FAO State Forest Committee 3165249 FAO State Forest Committee 3187023 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-9722 Global Environment Facility The project is designed to accelerate HCFC phase-out to achieve the 2020 compliance objectives and sustainably reduce the servicing tail by 2030; help with understanding the implications of the Kigali Amendment through survey of ODS alternatives; and facilitate implementation of upgraded national legislation on control of import/export and use of HCFCs, other ODS and ODS alternatives; improveme Customs training capacity; demonstrate zero-ODS and low-GWP energy efficient technologies in the refrigeration and air conditioning sector with development of a resource mobilization framework from private/public sector and other sources; and complete upgrading and strengthening of the servicing sector capacity to sustain the HCFC phase-out in the longer term. Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date Actual Completion Date ' Uzbekistan Surxondaryo Viloyati 38 67.5 Bukhara Province 40 64 Namangan Region 40.99747 71.24784 Fergana Region 40.5 71.25 Karakalpakstan 44.21636 58.82986 +![cdata[Biosphere protection]]+ 666013.33 666013.33 666013.33 183740 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection 487869 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection 285997 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection 450914 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection 1732238 UNDP State Committee for Nature Protection 1998040 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-10282 Global Environment Facility Accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles in the City of Tashkent that can be replicated in other cities in the Republic of Uzbekistan, significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the transport sector, and improve urban environmental quality. Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency. Normal 0 false false false EN-CA X-NONE X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:EN-CA; mso-fareast-language:EN-CA;} 38. The socio-economic benefits of TAILEV will primarily be created from the demonstration of an operational green urban transport corridor with a fleet of electric buses serving as public transport, and a driver of economic benefits to the operators of TBC or any other future private bus operator. This demonstration will be designed to generate evidence of the technical, financial and environmental sustainability that will subsequently catalyse the interest of the public and private sectors in the replication of green urban transport corridors and the increased use of electric vehicles for public transport in Tashkent and other major cities in Uzbekistan. Moreover, the increased volume of evidence of the environmental and economic benefits of the electric vehicle usage should increase the confidence of the private sector to invest in electric vehicles for taxi companies, delivery companies, and private vehicles. Moreover, the continued decrease in electric bus prices will eventually make them economically more viable for national and local governments and bus operators. TAILEV project will help demonstrating these economic benefits based on pilot implementations. 39. Increased use of electric vehicles expected at the end of the TAILEV Project from public and private electric vehicle investments will provide a contribution to the GoU’s adopted Law on Paris Agreement Ratification (27 September 2017) of reducing specific emissions of GHGs per unit GDP by 10% from 2010 levels by 2030. These efforts can be further strengthened through adoption of solar powered charging stations and decreased grid emission factors in Uzbekistan based on transition to renewable energy production. Moreover, transition to EVs in urban context will have positive effects on air quality and health of the urban population mainly through elimination of noxious gases caused by diesel fuelled vehicles. Finally, the deployment of EVs and GUTC approach will contribute to the climate adaptation efforts. Green infrastructures are one of the main measures against the effects of climate change. Effective green designs along the GUTC will contribute to adaptation efforts through increased green areas and effective designs that can mitigate the effects of possible floods. Moreover, modern e-buses with effective ventilation systems will improve conditions for the community in the presence of increased heat within urban areas. Global Environment Facility UNDP Ministry of Transport CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date ' Uzbekistan Tashkent 41.26465 69.21627 +![cdata[Environmental policy and administrative management]]+ 713945.00 713945.00 713945.00 713945.00 713945.00 169022 UNDP Ministry of Transport 1461329 UNDP Ministry of Transport 416951 UNDP Ministry of Transport 3569725 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-10356 Global Environment Facility To enhance the resilience and sustainability of landscapes and livelihoods in the Aral basin, and progress toward Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN), through integrated management of land, lake, wetland, and riparian ecosystems, with engagement of private sector and local communities. Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.The envisaged benefits to local and national stakeholders will be interconnected with the aggregated environmental benefits enabled by the project’s features: (i) embedded integrated benefits and synergies across focal areas, (ii) mechanisms for integrated decision making and (iii) landscape-scale designed interventions. The project incentivizes local actors away from destructive behaviour through engaging them in alternative economic activities, as well as biodiversity friendly livelihoods around protected areas. Adequate awareness, technical knowledge and access to funding are key to ensuring that stakeholders will be able to adopt innovative, environmental-friendly practices. The project therefore aims at increasing capacity of 300 public sector employees and PAs staff who will be trained in integrated water-land management and biodiversity management. Approximately 50 local farmers and pastoralists will benefit from the project’s Micro-scheme support for livelihoods ( under Output 3.2.3) and it is estimated that their income will register at least 50% increase as a result of the implemented SLM measures. This is a conservative percentage, as income generation from recommended SLM measures (captured under GEF/UNDP Project Annex 24) will likely provide more benefits: e.g. according to past donor-supported projects[1], application of rotational grazing alone can provide an estimated net profit of up to $16 per sheep ( after subtracting the costs per sheep of about $8) ; similarly, planting drought resistant crops to enhance forage production and prevent erosion leads to a significant generation of profit estimated at $243-$341/ha from the third year onwards, made from selling of seeds and use of hay; whereas the income generation resulted from agroforestry measures as a land reclamation practice, varies e.g. maximal profit may be obtained from cultivation of Russian olive Eleagnus angustifolia due to annual selling of fruits (approx.. 3500 euro/ha within 7 years period); the firewood harvested from Populus euphratica can give a profit of 2300 euro/ha[2] A conservatively estimated number of up to approximately 9700 local households (benefiting 48,500 people, considering 5 family members/household) are envisaged to take up SLM measures promoted and demonstrated by the project and have their livelihoods improved. This number represents 10% of the people employed in agricultural sector in the targeted districts, that are expected to benefit from the project’s activities and the promoted SLM measures: rotational grazing, planting forest shelterbelts, innovative land restorations measures, sustainable irrigation and crop rotations to increase soil productivity. The project will further mobilize governmental funds in the form of subsidies for farmers applying SLM measures on degraded land (through amendments to the Concept “ On measures for the efficient use of land and water resources in agriculture”-June 2019) . Other forms of project support will be extended for alternative local income generating enterprises such as medicinal herb production, handicrafts workshops, green house agriculture, fodder crop agriculture- to provide some form of compensation to farmers/pastoralists who may lose an existing source of income from extensive livestock farming, due to the implementation of sustainable pasture management plans. These measures will yield socio economic benefits and will contribute to the achievement of environmental benefits. Implementing pasture rotational grazing, letting land rest from grazing for a specific period, leads to increase in carbon sequestration in soil and vegetation; increase of pasture botanical composition which is expected to increase livestock welfare and milk production. Promoted use of manure as fertiliser to improve soil structure will reduce chemical use and agricultural expenses. These practices are also inferred to reduce hazards to soil, wildlife and human health. The benefits produced by the SLM interventions have the potential to reduce vulnerability to climate change, supporting multiple sources of food, energy and income thereby reducing community dependence on any single resource that might be affected by climate change. For example, various and innovative measures of restoring degraded land in targeted districts and supporting local communities’ alternative income from vegetable gardens, fruit tree cultivation, rustic poultry, basketry etc contribute to both food security and income diversity. Rehabilitation of water pumps and wells will ensure crop productivity which is especially important considering the past decade’s increase incidence of drought. Furthermore, tree planting and ecosystem protection activities in forests and pastures contribute to increase soil productivity and decreased soil salinity, thus providing ecosystems goods and services that further mitigate the negative effects of climate change. Replication and scaling up embedded in project design will ensure multiple benefits occurring during and soon after the project will end, through the formed partnerships that leveraged the resources of multiple sectors such as private companies, research institutes, NGOs, other donors. The mechanisms for integrated decision making that the project will promote under GEF/UNDP Projects Outputs 1.1, 1.2, 2.1 and 2.2 and community outreach/collaborative approaches in support of PAs management under 3.2.2 will provide opportunities to reduce conflicts among resource users and/or overlaps in institutional mandates. General agreements on potential trade-offs promoted through an integrated and participatory manner, provide the platform for improved environmental and socio-economic benefits. In addition to agricultural activities, as it has been demonstrated by many other projects, during participatory mechanisms, farmers use these opportunities to talk about water, climate, sanitation and social issues and by so doing they are able to engage local authorities as partners in different other proposals for rural development. Finally, the project’s focus at landscape-level in Lower Amudarya and Aral Sea Basin (LADAB) landscape and on the implementation of multiple interventions within a spatial unit, allows for generating more synergistic benefits. Healthy ecosystems will ensure resilience of the region to climate and human threats, and the maintenance of ecosystem services for local communities. [1] Examples recorded in UNCCD/WOCAT database [2] http://www.fao.org/3/i7318en/I7318EN.pdf Global Environment Facility UNDP State Committee on Ecology and Environment Protection CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date ' Uzbekistan Tashkent 41.26465 69.21627 +![cdata[Forestry development]]+ +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ 710593.60 710593.60 710593.60 710593.60 710593.60 8367 UNDP State Committee on Ecology and Environment Protection 717078 UNDP State Committee on Ecology and Environment Protection 715486 UNDP State Committee on Ecology and Environment Protection 3552968 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-10367 Global Environment Facility To promote SLM/SFM and landscapes restoration for achieving LDN commitments of Uzbekistan Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.1. 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 1,200 people (of which 30% are women) in the target landscape. Additional socio-economic benefits include the following and will be calculated during initial stages of project implementation: · A number of farmers with access to advisory or extension services (total # per administrative district per region) · Increased investments in SLM · Number of awareness raising activities · Increased livelihoods and economic resilience through improved climate resilient bee-keeping, medicinal plants, and milk value chains. Note: Milk VC initial benefits include Reduced production costs by 20% and Increased incomes by 25% compared to the baseline levels, Increased number of dairy products to 10 types, in accordance with the quality and marketing standards) · Improved food security · Increased social resilience and human well-being (Gender equality, access to information and finance) · Improved access to finance for small-holder farmers [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 State Committee on Forestry; State Committee on land resources, geodesy, cartography and state cadaster CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Forestry development]]+ 755388.20 755388.20 755388.20 755388.20 755388.20 1060793 FAO State Committee on Forestry; State Committee on land resources, geodesy, cartography and state cadaster 3776941 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-10601 Global Environment Facility To scale up best practices and innovations for sustainable and inclusive wheat-based production landscapes and value chains 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 5,160 people (of which 50% are women) in the target landscape. Additional socio-economic benefits include the following and will be calculated during initial stages of project implementation: · Increase in number of farmers with access to advisory or extension services (total # per administrative district per region) · Increased investments in SLM · Increased awareness of ILM concept, LD impacts and LDN principles · Increased livelihood and economic resilience through improved policy environment and land use diversification · Increased social resilience and human well-being (women’s empowerment and workload reduction, access to information and finance) of 5,160 beneficiaries (50% women) · Improved food security and nutrition 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 Ministry of Agriculture, State Committee on Ecology and Environmental Protection, FAO CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Agricultural development]]+ +![cdata[Agricultural land resources]]+ +![cdata[Food crop production]]+ +![cdata[Biodiversity]]+ +![cdata[Food security policy and administrative management]]+ 2835558 FAO Ministry of Agriculture, State Committee on Ecology and Environmental Protection, FAO 5992661 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-10772 Global Environment Facility To enhance Uzbekistan’s institutional and technical capacities to ensure monitoring, reporting and effective review of NDC climate actions and provide support received for complying with the Enhanced Transparency Framework of the Paris Agreement. Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.1. Beyond the global and environmental benefits already stated, this project is expected to bring direct socio-economic benefts to several beneficiaries working within key institiutions in Uzbekistan due to the capacity building interventions that will be the result of the GEF intervention through this CBIT project. Approximate numbers of people expecting to benefit are listed as follows. Table 1. Direct beneficiary number segregation by national organization Organization Beneficiary number Justification Centre of Hydromeorological Service of the Republic of Uzbekistan (Uzhydromet) 40 people UNFCCC Focal Point Coordination of activities on the implementation of the UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement in the country. Preparation of Biennial Update Reports and National Communications for the UNFCCC. Preparation and updating of NDCs. Improving qualifications and gaining new knowledge in the field of preparing a GHG inventory, assessing mitigation measures, organizing the MRV system, assessing adaptation measures, revising the NDC document based on the principles of transparency. Line agencies Uzbekenergo JSC (Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Uzbekistan) 30 people Further training and awareness in the field of preparing a GHG inventory (including the development of national emission factors, the development of sectoral guidelines for conducting a GHG inventory), assessment of mitigation measures, the organization of the MRV system in the Energy sector. Uzbekneftegaz JSC (Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Uzbekistan) 30 Further training and awareness in the field of preparing GHG inventory, assessing mitigation measures, organizing the MRV system in the “Energy. Fugitive Emissions from Fuel ”. JSC Uztransgaz (Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Uzbekistan) 20 Further training and awareness in the field of preparing GHG inventory, assessing mitigation measures, organizing the MRV system in the “Energy. Fugitive Emissions from Fuel ”. JSC Khududgazta'minot 20 Further training and awareness in the field of preparing GHG inventory, assessing mitigation measures, organizing the MRV system in the “Energy. Volatile State Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan on Statistics 20 Further training and awareness in the field of preparing datasets required for conducting a GHG inventory, assessing mitigation measures, organizing an MRV system, revising an NDC document. State Committee on Ecology and Environmental Protection 30 Further training and awareness in the field of preparing a GHG inventory, assessing mitigation measures, organizing the MRV system in the sectors: “Energy. Fuel combustion. Transport "," PPIP. Use of HFCs "," Waste ". Implementation of grant projects in these areas. JSC "Uzkimyosanoat" 30 Further training and awareness in the field of preparing GHG inventory, assessing mitigation measures, organizing the MRV system in the “IPPU.Chemical Industry” sector. Association "Uzpromstroymaterialy" 20 Further training and awareness in the field of preparation of GHG inventory, assessment of mitigation measures, organization of MRV system in the sector "IPPU. Production of mineral products". State Forestry Committee 30 Further training and awareness in the field of preparing a GHG inventory, assessing mitigation measures, organizing the MRV system in the sector "AFOLU. Forest areas". Research Institute of Forestry (under the State Forestry Committee) 30 Further training and awareness in the field of preparing a GHG inventory, assessing mitigation measures, organizing the MRV system in the sector "AFOLU. Forest areas". State Committee on Geodesy, Cartography and Land Cadastre 20 Further training and awareness in the field of preparation of GHG inventory in the sector "LKhDVZ". Ministry of Agriculture of RUz (including subordinate organizations) 20 Further training and awareness in the field of preparing a GHG inventory, assessing mitigation measures, organizing the MRV system in the Agriculture sector, revising the NDC document, assessing adaptation measures. Uzbekugol JSC 20 Further training and awareness in the field of preparation of GHG inventory in the sector "Energy. Fugitive emissions from fuel". State Committee for Veterinary Medicine and Livestock Development 20 Further training and awareness in the field of preparing a GHG inventory, organizing the MRV system in the Agriculture sector. JSC Uzbekistan Havo Yullari 20 Further training in the field of preparation of GHG inventory in the sector "Energy. Activities related to fuel combustion". Uzbekiston Temir Yullari 20 Further training in the field of preparation of GHG inventory in the sector "Energy. Activities related to fuel combustion". Ministry of Housing and Communal Services 20 Further training in the field of preparation of GHG inventory in the sector "Energy. Activities related to fuel combustion". Ministry of transportation 30 Further training in the field of preparation of GHG inventory in the sector "Energy. Activities related to fuel combustion". Total: 410 peopleGlobal Environment Facility FAO Centre of Hydrometeorological Service of the Republic of Uzbekistan (Uzhydromet) CEO Approval Date Actual Implementation Start Date Expected Completion Date ' Uzbekistan +![cdata[Environmental policy and administrative management]]+ 439954.33 439954.33 439954.33 621682 FAO Centre of Hydrometeorological Service of the Republic of Uzbekistan (Uzhydromet) -24137 FAO Centre of Hydrometeorological Service of the Republic of Uzbekistan (Uzhydromet) 1319863 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-11137 Global Environment Facility To scale innovative integrated approaches to ecosystem restoration and conservation to catalyze transformational shifts in three high value landscapes in Uzbekistan. Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.YesDetails on the project’s socio-economic benefits are discussed in the relevant section of the Prodoc (p. 26). The project will have direct beneficiaries through multiple project outputs, and there are multiple pathways for direct engagement of stakeholders at the local level who will benefit. One key activity where the project will work directly with local beneficiaries is in the establishment of at least 4 Pasture User Associations, under Output 2.1. The establishment of PUAs will involve multiple villages, with thousands of inhabitants. This is where the project will generate benefits for the largest number of people, and it is conservatively estimated that the project will benefit approximately 28,000 people (14,000 women, 14,000 men), depending on the final selection of villages that confirm their participation once the project starts. The improved sustainability of pasture management resulting from the establishment of the PUAs will mean that each family dependent on livestock for their livelihoods will be able to generate greater and more secure income over the long-term, and also will have increased resilience to climate impacts. Also under Output 2.1, the forest management unit staff from the participating leskhozes will have their capacities improved, covering a total of approximately 500 people (50 women, 450 men; this imbalance between men and women is based on the existing gender distribution among forest agency employees; the project will try to improve this situation). Under Output 2.3 the project design includes a specific opportunity to support sustainable livelihoods in communities participating in the sustainable pasture management activities, making targeted investments to further reduce pressure on natural resources through support for alternative fuel and more efficient household stoves, value-added processing, and livestock facilities. Under Output 2.4, the staff of the existing protected areas will also be trained and better equipped; current data indicates there are 100 staff (20 women, 80 men) for the two PAs that will receive the majority of project support, Nuratau State Nature Reserve (49 staff) and Surkhan State Nature Reserve (51 staff). Global Environment Facility UNDP Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection, and Climate Change CEO Endorsement Date Actual Implementation Start Date ' Uzbekistan Nuratau Mountains 40.25000 67.00000 West Tian Shan 41.17778 69.88306 Surkhan Mountain Forest Reserve 37.9275 66.73556 6066054 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-11385 Global Environment Facility To enable a transformative shift towards resilience and sustainability in the management of natural resources, especially the harmonious integration of water and land management practices, in order to improve biodiversity conservation and environmental sustainability of food systems in Uzbekistan Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.E.1 Knowledge Management and Communication129. This Project Document adopts the GEF definitions for ‘knowledge’ and ‘knowledge management (KM) [16]. Knowledge management involves a strategic and multidisciplinary approach. This includes a series of activities that address key issues of the project, with a strong emphasis on integrating gender perspectives to address gaps and drive change. The project’s KM strategy is twofold: the Uzbekistan Child Project dimension which focuses on leveraging project experience to support learning and policy updates among project target audiences. This is backed up by a dedicated budget for Knowledge Management in Component 5. For more on the Uzbekistan KM aspects, see the Rationale and Annex E under Component 5.130. The second dimension is the linkage with the CAWLN coordination project, which will establish the framework for knowledge management across the region and facilitate the exchange of best practices and lessons learned among the five countries. The six CAWLN Child Projects (CPs) will contribute knowledge products in best practices, and lessons learned to the Coordination child project, which will serve as the primary hub for knowledge-sharing across all projects. This project will ensure that its M&E processes feed into this platform, and relevant outputs (e.g. case studies, reports) will be shared with IW:LEARN and other GEF platforms. The Coordination child project, on the other hand, will take the lead in consolidating and disseminating knowledge across all country projects, acting as the main interface with IW:LEARN and organizing regional knowledge-sharing events and capacity-building activities. It will also maintain the central platform for coordinating inputs and results from all projects.131. Aligned with the CAWLN Program KM Strategy, the Uzbekistan Child Project KM strategy will maximize the Program impact by: · Following the systematically sharing knowledge assets generated with the intended beneficiaries and audiences in vertical and horizontal ways;· Supporting the science-policy interface (SPI) and influencing decision-making through data and information sharing, capacity building, and regional stakeholder engagement; · Promoting incremental innovation within GEF programmatic approaches and enriching the knowledge base of GEF Implementing and Executing Agencies. 132. The project KM approach will focus on three pillars: Collection, Analysis, and Dissemination of knowledge related to project activities, best practices, and lessons learned. The key components of the KM approach are: Budget (Described in Annex D - Budget and Workplan): Data Collection and Analysis Tools (Means of Verification): $264.000 Training and Capacity Building activities (throughout the components): $208.200 Knowledge Sharing and Dissemination Platforms and Events: $80.000 Key Deliverables (Described in Annex C - Results Framework): Development of a KM Framework that outlines processes for knowledge capture, storage, and sharing Creation of a centralized Knowledge Repository accessible to all stakeholders (CAWLN Knowledge Sharing Platform and IW:LEARN Platform) Regular Knowledge Sharing and Dissemination Workshops and Seminars Monitoring of GESI and GEB (during PMU meetings) Publication of case studies and best practice reports based on project experiences Implementation of an online platform for collaboration and sharing among project stakeholders Timeline (Described in Annex D - Budget and Workplan): Month 1-4: Develop KM strategic document and set up Knowledge Repository Quarterly (Years 1, 2 and 3): Conduct Workshops and Seminars on Project Outcomes and Best Practices Specific timepoints (Years 1, 2 and 3): Conduct Workshops and training sessions for target audiences Quarterly (Years 2 and 3): Organize quarterly workshops (during PMU meetings) and synthesize lessons learned into reports Quarterly (Years 2 and 3): Evaluate KM effectiveness and update strategies based on stakeholder feedback 133. In terms of communication, the project will ensure the effective dissemination of knowledge and best practices which will be supported by the development of a gender-sensitive communication strategy. The communication strategy will focus on sharing and publicizing project results to partners, stakeholders and general society. The objective is to enlarge project visibility, results and new initiatives implemented in the field, seeking to promote project credibility, transparency and legitimacy. 134. The project communication strategy will focus on both the project implementation itself by facilitating effective communication within the project team and with the project main partners, and publicizing project actions and results to the broader public by sharing its contributions, advancements, lessons learned and good practices to encourage replication and scaling up. 135. During the execution of capacity-building and awareness-raising activities, the project will consider the distribution of communication materials (flyers, cards, etc.) related to the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) policies developed by FAO. All of this is framed within the Zero-Tolerance Policy of the United Nations System Toward Gender-Based Abuse and Violence, including sexual harassment, abuse, and exploitation. E.2 Socio-economic Benefits and Decent Rural Employment [17] 136. The proposed project aims to deliver significant socio-economic benefits at both the national and local levels in Uzbekistan. At the national level, the project will enhance environmental sustainability by promoting the harmonious integration of water and land management practices, which will further support the country's commitment to biodiversity conservation and climate resilience. By implementing these sustainable practices, the project will address key environmental challenges, such as land degradation and reduced agrobiodiversity, ultimately contributing to the global objectives of combating climate change and preserving critical ecosystem services. 137. Moreover, the project will have tangible socio-economic impacts at the local level, particularly for rural communities where agricultural productivity and livelihoods are threatened by unsustainable practices and environmental degradation. By supporting investments in sustainable land and water management and strengthening community-based resource management, the project will create job opportunities and generate income for local populations. Additionally, promoting biodiversity-friendly practices and enhancing resilience in agricultural systems will ensure food security and economic stability for rural households. 138. Social benefits include the empowerment of local communities through the revitalization of traditional practices and cultural heritage. Women’s unique knowledge of agrobiodiversity and CWR will be recognized in ways that enhance their social standing in communities. Inclusive and participatory approaches will foster equitable distribution of the benefits derived from sustainable resource management, promoting social cohesion. Resilience and food security will be enhanced for vulnerable smallholders. 139. Furthermore, in project areas, the project will actively promote decent work and productive employment in rural areas, aligning with international labor principles. Through capacity-building activities, training programs, and the dissemination of best practices, the project will empower local communities to engage in sustainable agriculture and natural resource management practices, enhancing their livelihoods and overall well-being. This will be achieved through a package including support for farmers to identify market opportunities while facilitating a fair and sustainable agrobiodiversity value chain. Project actions align with Pillar 1 of FAO’s Decent Work Agenda [18], supporting employment creation and enterprise development. By fostering inclusive and participatory approaches, the project will ensure equitable distribution of the benefits derived from sustainable resource management, promoting social cohesion and economic development across Uzbekistan's rural landscape. [16] Global Environment Facility (2024). Strategy for Knowledge Management and Learning. Available at [https://www.thegef.org/newsroom/publications/strategy-knowledge-management-and-learning]. [17] 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/. [18] 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 Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection and Climate Change of Uzbekistan CEO Endorsement Date ' Uzbekistan Zomin 39.86785412 68.3752234 Zomin 39.9086179 68.3670787 Yakkabog 38.8693074 66.81444576 Yakkabog 38.9023225 66.8153956 Urgut 39.37592547 67.18399001 Urgut 39.4283441 67.3256620 Termez 37.3196486 67.4749242 Sherobod 37.70296548 66.85569663 Shakhrisabz 39.0001650 67.2603081 Sariosiyo 38.5913283 67.7248885 Saryosiyo 38.71130321 67.80826576 Samarkand 39.5413057 66.9205685 Romitansky 40.6838154 62.5147757 Gallaorol 40.0941980 67.3913105 Djarkurgan 37.5187838 67.5040561 Denau 38.3405664 67.7950726 Chiroqchi 39.1993766 66.3217460 Kukdala 39.2055555 66.1666699 Boysun 38.1633576 67.1735265 Bakhmal 39.689877 67.849656 Bakhmal 39.7463720 67.84965588 Taylak 39.53076095 67.18249923 Taylak 39.5758470 67.1687804 Uzun 38.1262533 68.1388451 Marhamat 40.5176475 72.3174147 Yangikurgan 41.2650579 71.7121747 Urganch 41.5760702 60.7003168 Parkent 41.2282494 69.8008120 Nurat 40.6629707 65.9860057 Asaka 40.6769815 72.2893575 Kuva 40.5175235 72.1245030 Kurgantepa 40.7400538 72.7720650 Khuzhaobod 40.63451721 72.59310984 Kosonsoy 41.1683908 71.5355420 Ferghana 40.2915995 71.7135134 Forish 40.7282189 67.3185850 Chust 41.0752266 71.1831410 Bostonlick 41.7367334 67.20354709 Beruniy 42.4380411 61.0018337 Andijan 40.8095677 72.4440885 Chortog 41.1769251 71.8377564 Sokhsky 39.9209651 71.1693955 Altiaric 40.4000189 71.5385158 Kamashi 38.74747951 66.78455648 Kamashi 38.7936090 66.4576383 4987617 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-11988 Global Environment Facility To provide technical guidance and assistance for the implementation of the regulatory framework on LMO biosafety, including the establishment of administrative systems and institutional arrangements, such as laboratories for LMO detection and human resource capacities for the assessment of potential risks to biodiversity. Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.1. Socio-economic benefits contribute significantly to the ‘healthy planet, healthy people’ GEF-8 paradigm. For project direct beneficiaries include enhanced capacities in biosafety regulation and risk management, with a strong emphasis on gender-equitable participation and how to apply a gender lens in socio-economic assessments. However, as this is primarily a normative project, the indirect socio-economic benefits are significant and potentially include: a. Enhanced food security and nutrition as a result of LMOs b. Reduced public health risks as a result of effective regulation based on understanding of gender roles and risk exposure/ vulnerability c. Reduced biodiversity risks from LMOs escaping into the food production environment, therefore protecting rural livelihoods d. Enhanced and gender-equitable rural livelihoods from informed use and access to LMOs e. Enhanced public and student empowerment from establishment of public consultation mechanism education and university curriculum on biosafety. Global Environment Facility IUCN FAO CEO Approval Date ' Uzbekistan 1784863 GEF XI-BRIDGE-6385676864-12139 Global Environment Facility The project intends to reduce the risks of POPs on human health and the environment through strengthening of the institutional capacity, and the policy and regulatory framework for the environmentally sound management (ESM) of hazardous chemicals with focus on POPs in the Republic of Uzbekistan. Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.Global Environment Facility UNDP Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection and Climate Change CEO Approval Date ' Uzbekistan Uzbekistan 41.3775 64.5853 Tashkent 41.2995 69.2401 Navoi 40.1039 65.3688 Fergana 40.3864 71.7864 4520548 GEF