Summary Doc - Leveraging Animal Health in Climate Strategies - A Pathway for Achieving NDCs

This policy document outlines why animal health should be a core component of national climate strategies and provides clear, actionable recommendations for integration. It is a summary of the larger report on – How to Advance NDCs and Climate Strategies through Animal Health – A Step By Step Guide

The policy document explains how improving livestock health can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance food security, and build resilience in rural communities. The brief presents priority actions—such as expanding vaccination, improving veterinary access, and strengthening surveillance—that can be incorporated into Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and climate plans.

Designed for policymakers and development partners, the document serves as a practical tool to help align climate, agriculture, and health objectives through proven animal health strategies.