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This op-ed argues that universal access to electricity is a critical prerequisite for ending poverty and driving socioeconomic development in South Africa. The author contends that the South African government incorrectly defines 'access' as mere physical connection to the grid, ignoring the essential components of affordability and reliability. This narrow focus, combined with an inadequate Free Basic Electricity policy and a cost-recovery model, traps low-income households and small enterprises in poverty by making the electricity needed for economic growth unaffordable.

This fact sheet by RMI argues that renewable energy is a disinflationary force rather than a driver of inflation. It contrasts the experience curves of solar and wind technologies, which lead to falling costs as deployment increases, with the volatile commodity-based pricing of fossil fuels. The document asserts that accelerating the transition to renewables is the most effective way to reduce energy costs and mitigate inflation.

This commentary, authored by four policy institutes, evaluates the partnership between the African Union (AU) and the European Union (EU) ahead of the sixth EU-AU Summit. It argues that for the partnership to move beyond institutional circles in Brussels and Addis Ababa, both parties must shift away from donor-recipient models toward a more balanced relationship based on African ownership, private sector engagement, and a recognition of divergent interests in areas such as the green transition and digitalization.

This briefing by the International Institute for Sustainable Development discusses the necessity of transitioning from GDP to comprehensive/inclusive wealth (C/IW) measures to better assess national progress and long-term well-being.

This briefing provides financial institutions with an overview of the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) Net Zero Emissions by 2050 (NZE) scenario, specifically regarding the implications for oil and gas capital allocation. It explains why limiting global warming to 1.5°C precludes the development of new oil and gas fields and discusses the role of the finance sector in aligning investments with Paris goals.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development analyzes fossil fuel subsidies in four Canadian provinces—Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland and Labrador—highlighting how these subsidies undermine climate targets and divert public funds.

This briefing by the Stockholm Environment Institute explores the concept of water teleconnections—long-distance interactions between coupled natural and human systems—and argues that relying on a single water management narrative can lead to a misunderstanding of local challenges and the invisibility of water transfers through economic and physical connections.

A memorandum from a coalition of organisations addressed to President Cyril Ramaphosa ahead of the 2022 State of the Nation Address, expressing concern over state instability, corruption, and the failure of service delivery in South Africa.

A non-legally binding Letter of Understanding signed on 10 February 2022 between the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) and the Mountain Research Initiative (MRI) to collaborate on scientific research, capacity building, and the science-policy interface regarding mountain regions in the Americas.

This briefing document outlines the proposed recruitment process and timeline for the next Executive Director of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), as the current director's second term ends on 31 May 2023.

The Centre for Environmental Rights, acting on behalf of groundWork and Earthlife Africa, submitted an appeal to the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment on 9 February 2022. The appeal seeks to set aside decisions made by the National Air Quality Officer on 30 October 2021 regarding Eskom's applications for alternative limits and the postponement and suspension of compliance timeframes under the National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act 39 of 2004 Minimum Emission Standards.

A briefing document outlining the proposed recruitment process and timeline for the next Executive Director of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), following the conclusion of the current Director's second term on 31 May 2023.

This document is an appeal filed by groundWork and Earthlife Africa against decisions made by the National Air Quality Officer (NAQO) on 30 October 2021. The appeal disputes the granting of compliance postponements and suspensions regarding Minimum Emission Standards (MES) for several Eskom coal-fired power stations, arguing that these decisions violate the National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act (AQA), the 2017 National Framework for Air Quality Management, and the Constitution of South Africa.

An open letter from a coalition of civil society organisations to the European Commission expressing concerns over the revision process and potential outcomes of the definition of "nanomaterial".

A statement by a coalition of civil society organizations advocating for the implementation of a universal basic income guarantee (Ubig) in South Africa, arguing that it is a constitutional and moral necessity to address poverty and hunger.

This policy brief examines the polluter-pays principle (PPP), which requires pollution producers to bear the costs of managing and preventing environmental and human health damage. While established in European Union and OECD frameworks, the PPP faces challenges in universal international application due to ambiguities in defining 'the polluter' and differing national legal systems. The document explores the PPP's intersection with international climate change law, the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities (CBDR), and efforts by global financial institutions to implement carbon pricing.

The KE4CAP project synthesis report describes an initiative that convened 30 climate adaptation platforms and over 200 specialists from Europe and globally to share lessons and enhance the capacity of these platforms. The report emphasizes that CAPs are vital for providing the high-quality information necessary for policymakers to implement national and transnational climate adaptation strategies.

The KE4CAP Impact Report describes the outcomes of the Knowledge Exchange between Climate Adaptation Platforms (KE4CAP) project, which created a global network for practitioners to improve the reach and effectiveness of climate adaptation platforms.

The Corporate Climate Responsibility Monitor 2022, published by the NewClimate Institute and Carbon Market Watch, evaluates the climate strategies of 25 major global companies. The report finds that most corporate net-zero pledges lack integrity, with aggregate emissions reductions often limited to 40% rather than 100%, and a heavy reliance on contentious offsetting practices and low-quality renewable energy certificates.

This report examines the role of external financing in helping Swedish municipalities achieve climate neutrality and Agenda 2030 goals, based on research from the 'Accelerate sustainable financing: sustainable bonds for sustainable cities' project.