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A mandate letter from Dzomo La Mupo authorizing the Centre for Environmental Rights (CER) to appeal an environmental authorisation granted to the Musina Makhado Special Economic Zone (SOC) Ltd for its Southern Site project in the Vhembe District Municipality, Limpopo Province.

A statement by Jeni Miller, Executive Director of the Global Climate and Health Alliance, arguing that the global health community is calling for an end to fossil fuels to protect human health and planetary stability, particularly in the context of geopolitical instability and the upcoming COP27.

This policy brief advocates for integrating climate change adaptation and mitigation into a coherent planning and implementation process. It argues that siloed approaches can create negative trade-offs, whereas identifying synergies between the two can lead to more effective, long-term impacts and broader political support.

This guide by RMI provides strategic advice for municipalities to renegotiate franchise agreements with electric and gas utilities to advance climate, equity, and resilience goals. It emphasizes moving beyond narrow legal scopes to incorporate specific climate actions, equitable funding, and infrastructure resilience, while highlighting the importance of overcoming informational asymmetries during negotiations.

This briefing by RMI discusses the necessity of focused electric vehicle (EV) policies to ensure low- to moderate-income communities are not excluded from the energy transition. Based on a feasibility study conducted for Connecticut's Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA), the document identifies specific electric mobility modes—microtransit, carsharing, and micromobility—that can address systemic transportation gaps and outlines the critical role electric utilities can play in supporting these initiatives.

The report 'Electric Mobility for All' is a feasibility study by RMI that examines electric transportation options for low- to moderate-income (LMI) residents in Connecticut. It aims to address equity gaps in the transition to zero-emissions vehicles, specifically focusing on how to overcome barriers such as cost premiums and limited charging infrastructure for LMI communities who are disproportionately affected by poor air quality.

This briefing by the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) provides a framework for financial institutions to evaluate the credibility of climate transition plans from their counterparties. It emphasizes that because the vast majority of financial institutions' emissions reside in their portfolios, active engagement with counterparties is essential to achieve real-economy results aligned with the Paris Agreement and Sustainable Development Goals.

This briefing document, prepared by the IAI Directorate, presents recommendations for revisions to the IAI Scientific Agenda for consideration by the Conference of the Parties at its 30th meeting. The revisions, developed by the Science Advisory Committee (SAC) and the Science-Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC), align the agenda's terminology with other multilateral environmental agreements and incorporate specific research priorities regarding climate variability.

This research paper by the International Institute for Sustainable Development outlines five essential elements for establishing a 'gender lens' in international trade policy. It discusses the ongoing efforts of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and its Informal Working Group on Trade and Gender (IWG) to integrate gender equality and women's economic empowerment into trade rules, arguing that a comprehensive framework is necessary to ensure trade policies support the Sustainable Development Goals and human rights commitments.

This RMI briefing analyzes Georgia Power's December 2021 20-year energy plan, concluding that while the plan significantly reduces coal reliance, it remains inconsistent with a 1.5°C-aligned pathway and the parent company's 2050 net-zero goal due to continued gas reliance and underestimated load growth.

The Institute for Economic Justice (IEJ) provides comments on the draft amendments to the Regulations to the Social Assistance Act, 2004, specifically regarding the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant. The IEJ argues that the current draft fails to address administrative barriers and fairness, warning that certain provisions could be vulnerable to legal challenge.

A research paper by Friends of the Earth International detailing the human rights, environmental, and health impacts of VALE's coal mining operations in the Tete province of Mozambique, specifically focusing on the Moatize mine and the Nacala logistics corridor.

An investigation by Friends of the Earth International into the operations of VALE Moçambique in the Tete Province of Mozambique, detailing human rights violations, environmental pollution, and the company's attempt to sell its assets to Vulcan Minerals.

An assessment of COVID-19 rescue and recovery spending by 26 key emitters finds that only 22% of stimulus was allocated to low-carbon measures, while 35% supported the status quo and 4% supported high-carbon measures. The report concludes that these actions are inadequate relative to climate commitments and recommends better preparedness and project pipelines for future crises.

This briefing from the Center for International Environmental Law discusses the application of international human rights law principles to help development finance institutions (DFIs) establish rights-based frameworks for providing remedy to persons and communities harmed by DFI-financed projects.

An oral intervention by the Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) and Child Rights Connect delivered to the Human Rights Council on March 10, 2022, regarding the report by Special Rapporteur David R. Boyd on non-toxic environments and the creation of "sacrifice zones."

A statement by Jeni Miller, Executive Director of the Global Climate and Health Alliance, arguing that the global health community is calling for an accelerated transition away from fossil fuels to protect human health and ensure a liveable planet, particularly in the context of geopolitical disruptions and upcoming climate negotiations.

Research using the Oregon Energy Policy Simulator evaluates the impact of current and potential climate policies on emissions, GDP, and employment in Oregon.

An opinion piece co-signed by Executive Directors of the Think Sustainable Europe network arguing that the European Union should use the crisis caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine to accelerate the European Green Deal and achieve green strategic autonomy.

This research paper examines black carbon emissions from crop residue burning in Indian Punjab, analyzing the social-ecological drivers and value chains of rice and wheat production to identify systemic barriers and potential transformative solutions.