Environment Community of Practice
Needs Overview Tip Sheet for Environment, Climate Change and DRR mainstreaming
This Tip Sheet is developed by the Global Shelter Cluster for Shelter Cluster Coordinators to guide them on environmental, climate change and DRR mainstreaming in preparation of the Shelter chapter of both HNOs or Shelter Needs Overviews. Despite this shelter focus, many of the suggested actions can also contribute to the overall environmental profiling of humanitarian needs, including other sectors. The guidance can also be used when developing Shelter Cluster strategies. Environment, climate change and DRR mainstreaming is required to ensure we meet the needs of affected populations, address and reduce disaster risks and mitigate the environmental impact of shelter and settlement responses in line with humanitarian standards and the “do no harm” principle.