Republic of the Congo
At a Glance
The Central African Regional Mission serves the Democratic Republic of Congo, Republic of Congo, Central African Republic, Cameroon, Gabon, and Equatorial Guinea.
The Congo Basin is not only the second largest tropical rainforest in the world, it serves as a significant carbon sink for greenhouse gases and provides the primary source of food, shelter, and livelihoods for over 80 million people in the region. USAID under the Central Africa Regional Program for the Environment [CARPE] works with governments and local communities to sustainably manage natural resources and preserve the Congo Basin ecosystem.
Climate Projections and Impacts
Refer to the Climate Risk Profile (2018) for more information.
Climate Projections
Increased Incidence/Risk of Droughts and Floods
Increased Precipitation Unpredictability/Variability
Increased Temperature
Key Climate Impact Areas
Agriculture
Forests & Biodiversity
Energy
Human Health
Water Resources
Funding & Country Climate Context
USAID Regional Climate Change Funding (2022)
Total
$9.5 Million
Sustainable Landscapes
$9.5 Million
GAIN Vulnerability
Medium
Population (2023)
5.7 Million
GHG Emissions Growth
4.84%
% Forested Area
65.40%
Refer to metadata and sources for more details.
