By 2040, resilience and stability of ecosystems and habitats in target sites are maintained and enhanced, especially those in vulnerable areas, high exposure areas, and those communities most dependent on biodiversity

To achieve Target 11 the Philippines needs to take a series of strategic actions aligned with identified indicators. Below is a plan of action for each identified indicator:

Conduct Post Disaster Needs Assessments (PDNA) in Priority Protected Areas (PAs) and Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs)

• Conduct of Post Disaster Needs Assessments (PDNA) / blue and green assessment (BGA) in priority PAs after every disaster
• Develop and Implement a Standardized PDNA Protocol: Tailor this protocol for ecosystems and biodiversity, focusing on assessing the impact of disasters on the living conditions and livelihood of IPLC women and men living within PAs and OECMs and ecosystem services and biodiversity in priority PAs and OECMs.
• Train Teams in PDNA: Build capacity among local government units (LGUs), environmental NGOs, and community groups to conduct PDNAs effectively following disasters.

Perform Resource Valuation of Ecosystem Services and Species in Priority PAs

Preparation of baseline of Ecosystem Goods and Services (EGS) for each target site through National Capital Accounting (NCA)

Preparation of baseline on benefits (each target site) of EGS to local trade and economy, including downstream communities through resource valuation

• Investment planning (each target site) to generate funds and other resources to restore and protect the sources of EGS. 
• Developing agreements (each target site) for PES to generate additional funds to conserve the sources of EGS and designing fund reflows (each target site) to conserve the sources (habitats) of EGS 
• Establish a Comprehensive Ecosystem Valuation Framework: Develop guidelines for evaluating the economic, social, and cultural value of ecosystem services and species within protected areas.
• Conduct Valuations Regularly: Ensure these valuations are performed periodically to monitor changes and inform management decisions and policy development.

Conduct Resource/Ecosystem Valuation of Priority Species and Ecosystem Services (Targets 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)

• Prioritize Key Species and Ecosystem Services: Identify which species and services are most critical for valuation efforts, focusing on those with significant impacts on human well-being.
• Utilize a Mix of Valuation Methods: Apply both quantitative and qualitative methods to capture the full range of ecosystem services values.

Establish/Institutionalize Natural Capital Accounts (NCA) for Priority Species and Ecosystem Services

• Adopt the System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA): Utilize the SEEA framework to develop NCAs that include physical and monetary accounts for ecosystems and their services.
• Inter-agency Collaboration: Work across government agencies to gather data, share knowledge, and integrate NCA into national accounting and decision-making processes.

Integrate Nature-Based Solutions in Protected Area Management Plans (PAMP)

• Revise PAMP Guidelines: Include requirements for integrating nature-based solutions that restore and enhance ecosystem services and contributions to both Indigenous Peoples (IP) and non-IP communities.
• Capacity Building: Enhance the skills and knowledge of PAMP planners and local stakeholders on designing and implementing nature-based solutions.

Decrease the Number of Deaths Attributed to Disasters

• Cost of damages from climate-related disasters in PAs
• Developing climate resiliency programs for farming and fishing families.
• Designing projects to retrofit or construct infrastructures and facilities that are safe against climate change
• Developing standards on safe designs for facilities (public and private) against climate change
• Implementation of DRRM Activities
• Implementation of One Health Approach
• Implement Early Warning Systems: Utilize ecosystem-based approaches to develop and enhance early warning systems for disaster-prone areas.
• Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction: Engage communities in planning and implementing disaster preparedness and risk reduction strategies that leverage ecosystem services.

Mainstream Nature-Based Solutions Across Sectors (Target 8)

• Develop National Guidelines for NBS Implementation: Offer clear guidance on how to incorporate NBS into various sectors such as urban planning, agriculture, water resources management, and disaster risk reduction.
• Foster Public-Private Partnerships: Encourage collaboration between the government, private sector, and civil society to fund and implement NBS projects.

Mobilize Women, Men, IPLCs in Disaster-Prone Areas for Gender-Responsive NBS (Target 8, 22, 23)

• Engage Communities in NBS Design and Implementation: Ensure inclusive participation that respects and integrates local and indigenous knowledge, with a focus on gender equality and empowering women and marginalized groups.
• Institutionalize Community Involvement: Formalize the role of communities, including women, men, and IPLCs, in local government councils and decision-making bodies related to environmental management and disaster risk reduction.

Cross-Cutting Actions

• Monitoring and Evaluation: Develop a robust M&E framework to track progress on each indicator, adjust strategies as needed, and ensure the effective use of resources.
• Awareness and Capacity Building: Conduct widespread awareness campaigns and targeted training to build understanding and capacity among stakeholders at all levels, from national government to local communities.
• Policy Integration: Ensure that the actions and objectives related to Target 11 are integrated into national and local policies, plans, and programs to create a coherent and supportive policy environment.
• Policy on Carbon Trading Credits (Carbon Accounting Verification and Certification System (CAVCS) to include social safeguards, standards, and revenue sharing mechanism) Implementing these actions requires a coordinated effort among government agencies, local communities, non-governmental organizations, the private sector, and international partners. Success in achieving Target 11 will not only contribute to the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity but also enhance the well-being and resilience of communities across the Philippines.