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This guide provides recommendations for incorporating environmental criteria into public procurement for catering services in Estonian educational institutions. It outlines specific technical descriptions and evaluation criteria to reduce the environmental impact of food production and consumption, focusing on organic food, short supply chains, plant-based diets, waste reduction, and sustainable cleaning practices.

This briefing by Zero Carbon Analytics argues for a rigorous, science-based definition of 'unabated fossil fuels' to prevent the use of weak policies and inadequate technologies from undermining the Paris Agreement goal of limiting warming to 1.5°C. It highlights that while the term has become central to G7, G20, and UN climate negotiations, the lack of a consensus definition allows for interpretations that may include low carbon capture rates or ignore upstream emissions.

This report by Zero Carbon Analytics examines the distinctions, controversies, and global implementation of biodiversity offsetting and biodiversity credits (biocredits). It contrasts offsetting—a mandatory mitigation tool for development impacts—with biocredits, which are voluntary investments in conservation. The document highlights ecological and ethical concerns regarding the 'no net loss' principle and the potential for greenwashing, while detailing the efforts of the UK, France, Australia, and the EU to establish nature markets.

A joint statement by eleven civil society organizations arguing that carbon pricing is not the cause of affordability challenges in Canada and calling for a transition away from fossil fuels to address both climate and cost-of-living crises.

The Energy Transition Dialogues Communique outlines India's climate commitments, including its updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) and the significant financial investment required to reach its 2030 and 2070 net-zero targets.

This document describes the data collection methodology and definitions used by Ember to track national ambitions for renewable energy deployment in the power sector across 57 countries and the European Union, focusing on targets for 2030.

This Request for Proposal (RFP), issued by the GreenCape Sector Development Agency on 21 November 2023, seeks partners to provide renewable energy services to the Nomzamo Agricultural Village in Mpumalanga. The project aims to deliver sustainable energy to at least 300 households, establish an independent operations and maintenance (O&M) business, and create local jobs and skills.

This briefing from the International Institute for Sustainable Development analyzes global public financial flows to fossil fuels and clean energy in 2022, highlighting a record high in support for fossil fuels and a gap between climate commitments and implementation ahead of COP 28.

This fact sheet by RMI outlines the critical role of methane in global warming, specifically focusing on the oil and gas sector's contribution. It highlights the high warming potential of methane, the cost-effectiveness of leak repairs, and the increasing role of aerial detection technologies in monitoring emissions.

This research paper presents a systematic map designed to identify and understand the primary themes in existing literature regarding the influence of physical and transitional climate risks on the economic valuation of real estate assets.

The Framework Agreement between the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) establishes a partnership to promote technical and scientific cooperation regarding the nexus of climate, environment, and health in the Americas.

This report presents a Sustainable Asset Valuation (SAVi) assessment of a proposed city-wide bus rapid transit (BRT) system in Bandung, Indonesia, designed to reduce reliance on individual motorized transport and lower carbon emissions.

The report analyzes the growth of solar and wind energy in the ASEAN region, highlighting that while there has been significant expansion—largely driven by Viet Nam—stronger policy support and grid modernization are required to meet the IEA's 2050 net zero scenario. To align with this scenario, the region must reach a 23% share of solar and wind in total electricity generation by 2030, necessitating the addition of 164 GW of solar and 65 GW of wind capacity.

The International Institute for Sustainable Development proposes amendments to Bill C-50, the Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act, to enhance its accountability, inclusivity, and integration with climate policies, noting that while the bill provides a useful governance framework, existing gaps limit its efficacy.

This report by RMI examines the emissions and waste impacts of synthetic fiber use in the clothing textile industry and identifies barriers to adopting bio-based and recycled fiber alternatives.

The Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) issued a statement of solidarity with peaceful protesters in Panama who are opposing metallic mining and a specific open-pit copper mine concession. CIEL condemns the use of force against demonstrators and journalists, calls for the protection of human rights, and urges the Panamanian government to postpone public forums regarding the Fourth Electric Transmission Line project due to ongoing public disorder.

This community pamphlet from June 2023 describes the oil and gas exploration plans of TotalEnergies EP South Africa B.V. (TEEPSA) and its partners in the Deep Water Orange Basin off the West Coast of South Africa.

The 2023 update report by the NewClimate Institute analyzes projected greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions up to 2030 for 25 countries, comparing current policy outcomes against Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). While aggregated emissions projections remain stable, the report identifies significant shifts in individual countries and a persistent gap between current policies and the 43% reduction required for Paris Agreement alignment.

The document is a list of participants for the 56th Meeting of the Executive Council to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research, held via videoconference on 14 November 2023.

The State of Climate Action 2023 report assesses global progress toward the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C temperature limit across sectors accounting for approximately 85% of global greenhouse gas emissions. It concludes that global efforts are failing across the board, with the vast majority of tracked indicators lagging behind the necessary pace and scale to avoid irreversible climate impacts.