Anna Wellenstein

@WorldBank Director for Sustainable Development in East Asia and the Pacific.

[Anna Wellenstein @AnnaWellenstein]

Many thanks to H.E. Eng. Faisal Al-Kahtani and his colleagues for the discussion on the big challenges of WaSH and Irrigation in Eastern and Southern Africa. We look forward to further WBG and #SDF collaboration for progress and results for the people of AFE.

[الصندوق السعودي للتنمية @SaudiFund_Dev]

#Riyadh | #SFD Deputy CEO Eng. Faisal Al-Kahtani received today at the Fund’s HQ, the World Bank Group Regional Practice Director for Planet Department in the Eastern and Southern Africa Region, Ms. Anna Wellenstein, and her accompanying delegation. During their meeting, ways to enhance development cooperation between both sides were discussed.

#ProsperTogether

[Anna Wellenstein @AnnaWellenstein]

This week, I visit the TRALARD project beneficiaries in Northern Zambia, in Kasama, Luwingu, and Mbala. It was inspiring to see firsthand how the support from @WorldBank has improved both the livelihoods of local communities and better natural resources and landscape management.

[World Bank East Asia Pacific @WB_AsiaPacific]

Climate events could wipe out decades of progress in low lying Pacific nations. Strengthening governance, adaptation action, and supporting mobility are essential steps, says new @WorldBank Pacific Atoll CCDR.

Learn more: https://t.co/KW2O7WdVt3

[World Bank East Asia Pacific @WB_AsiaPacific]

One hectare of mangroves stores five times more carbon than a similar area of forest on land. The @WorldBank’s Mangroves for Coastal Resilience Project is supporting Indonesia’s efforts to restore and rehabilitate mangroves. Learn more: https://t.co/P4WdLK17cN #COP29

[World Bank East Asia Pacific @WB_AsiaPacific]

Grace—a climate youth advocate from #Tuvalu — speaks out on the pressing challenges of #ClimateChange. Her message underscores the @WorldBank’s dedication to #ClimateAction, helping her country & other Pacific Island nations boost adaptation efforts & build long-term resilience.

[Anna Wellenstein @AnnaWellenstein]

Join today us for this #COP29 discussion on financing for urgent adaptation to climate change in small islands.

[World Bank East Asia Pacific @WB_AsiaPacific]

Pacific Atoll nations face severe economic risks from climate change, with potential GDP losses over 20% in RMI and up to 50% in Tuvalu.

Join us live at #COP29 to discuss scaling up adaptation finance for Small Island Developing States: https://t.co/RbPwc0IuP6

[World Bank East Asia Pacific @WB_AsiaPacific]

Pacific Atoll nations face severe economic risks from climate change, with potential GDP losses over 20% in RMI and up to 50% in Tuvalu.

Join us live at #COP29 to discuss scaling up adaptation finance for Small Island Developing States: https://t.co/RbPwc0IuP6

[World Bank East Asia Pacific @WB_AsiaPacific]

The new @WorldBank’s CCDR highlights Pacific atolls' need for long-term resilience through human capital, ecosystem protection, & cultural preservation.

Learn more: https://t.co/ZI7s1chdTK #COP29

[Connect4Climate @Connect4Climate]

At the #COP29 Expert Corner, Rising Nations Youth Delegate Grace Malie discusses the future of Tuvalu and other island nations in the face of climate impacts with @ValerieMHickey of the @WorldBank 🌊

Watch their moving and insightful conversation here: https://t.co/rhACus1WW5

[Anna Wellenstein @AnnaWellenstein]

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[Anna Wellenstein @AnnaWellenstein]

Check out some of the great work in #EastAsiaPacific for inspiration on #WorldEnvironmentDay

[World Bank East Asia Pacific @WB_AsiaPacific]

On #WorldEnvironmentDay, we’re spotlighting our work to protect the environment across #EastAsiaPacific. From forest conservation to sustainable agriculture and resilient transport, we’re supporting countries to address #ClimateChange and promote green growth on a #LivablePlanet.

[World Bank East Asia Pacific @WB_AsiaPacific]

#VietNam can empower sustainable energy access, accelerate decarbonization & ensure expanded access to low-carbon energy by enhancing transmission lines, upgrading substations, developing a smart grid network, & upgrading information systems. https://t.co/ieCW5kVJww

[Anna Wellenstein @AnnaWellenstein]

Big messages from this #Cambodia CCDR - reduce exposure for people, realign their emissions trajectory for a resilient low carbon future and reorient their economy to new opportunities in a green global economy. If you missed the event, read the report. #LivablePlanet #COP28

[World Bank East Asia Pacific @WB_AsiaPacific]

How can #Cambodia meet its development and climate objectives? Join us for a #COP28 discussion on the @WorldBank’s Cambodia Country Climate and Development Report’s analysis and recommendations.

📆December 6
⏰9 am GST
Link to join Webex: https://t.co/uoDwpU6J8v

[Anna Wellenstein @AnnaWellenstein]

Don’t miss this one in Dubai and on line. COP28 Event: Creating Climate Resilient Cities for the Poor and Vulnerable https://t.co/9TUHV4m9gg via @WorldBank

[Anna Bjerde @bjerde_anna]

So inspiring to see how training can transform people’s lives.

In the Solomon Islands, a simple bridge not only allows the community to cross safely but also opens up new opportunities for children to go to school and for women to be independent.

[Anna Wellenstein @AnnaWellenstein]

So proud to be part of this 2023 Foresight Group and to take forward insights to help countries meet current and future development challenges to sustainability and inclusion. Thanks @AspenDigital !

[Aspen Digital @AspenDigital]

The Foresight Group has been tasked with considering big questions, like shifting demographic trends, emerging economic movements, climate-driven migration, and the evolution of conflict and geopolitics. Meet the brilliant members behind this work: https://t.co/ItJ4M0V6sp

[Anna Wellenstein @AnnaWellenstein]

Inspiring discussion with this bright, committed group about #ClimateChange, #education, and #inclusion as part of the Global Youth Summit of the World Bank Group. What a hopeful way to start the weekend!

[Anna Wellenstein @AnnaWellenstein]

Water is a critical factor for development in #Honduras: exports, energy generation and jobs depend on it. But #ClimateChange affects the amount of water available in Honduras – how can #ClimateAction contribute to reversing this problem? Find out here: https://t.co/T3P2WZtfYL

[Anna Wellenstein @AnnaWellenstein]

Did you know 4 out of 5 families depend on agriculture in #Honduras ? Yet, it is also one of the most vulnerable sectors to #ClimateChange . How can the country prepare to protect people living in poverty? Discover this in a new report: https://t.co/T3P2WZtfYL