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This executive summary from RMI outlines the investment landscape for China's transition to carbon neutrality, identifying seven priority technology areas and estimating the associated market and infrastructure investment needs through 2050.

This report provides a conceptual overview of Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) frameworks and systems, specifically as a foundational component for developing a national MRV architecture for the waste sector in Senegal. It defines the core principles of GHG accounting and the various components required to build and manage an effective MRV system to support Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

This fact sheet from RMI outlines the climate, health, and economic advantages of transitioning US buildings from fossil fuels to clean electricity for heating and cooking, arguing that electrification is the only established method to eliminate carbon pollution from residential and commercial appliances.

This report, compiled by civil society organisations in 2020 and 2021, outlines 12 key governance issues in Botswana as a submission to the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM). While acknowledging Botswana's history of good governance, the document highlights worrying trends in corruption, lack of accountability, and the need for more inclusive, participatory governance.

The report 'The Landscape of Climate Finance in Kenya' analyzes climate finance flows in Kenya for 2018, comparing them against the financial requirements of the country's Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC). It finds a significant funding gap, with tracked finance meeting only one third of the annual need, and a misalignment between the high proportion of mitigation funding (primarily in renewable energy) and the country's adaptation-focused needs.

The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) hosted a 'Congressional Climate Camp' online briefing series to discuss the legislative process and carbon reduction policies. The third session examined the history of U.S. federal climate policy, the role of political polarization, and stakeholder engagement, featuring insights from experts in government relations, advocacy, academia, and the House of Representatives Select Committee on the Climate Crisis.

The Hydropower Criteria, published by the Climate Bonds Initiative in March 2021, establishes the technical and environmental requirements for hydropower assets and projects to be eligible for certification under the Climate Bonds Standard. The criteria focus on two main components: climate mitigation (GHG emissions and power density) and climate adaptation and resilience (ESG gap analysis).

This guide outlines the risks and mitigation strategies for local governments using off-site renewable power purchase agreements (PPAs) to achieve clean energy goals, specifically addressing six types of risk and providing strategies for virtual and physical PPAs.

This briefing by the World Resources Institute discusses the design and implementation of low-carbon product standards for the cement and steel industries in the United States to help achieve Paris Agreement goals.

This fact sheet outlines several federal and partner-led programs designed to transition military veterans into civilian careers within the low-carbon workforce, specifically focusing on land management, agriculture, conservation, and fisheries.

This report summarizes the results of the UNLOCK project, which analyzed the role of Swedish municipalities in promoting sustainable consumption. It identifies barriers and opportunities for local governments to influence consumption patterns both through their own operations and by creating incentives for households and private businesses.

A statement by Natural Justice highlighting the failure of Kenyan institutions to protect the constitutional right to clean water against pollution from the extractives and infrastructure industries.

This research paper evaluates Net Primary Production (NPP) fluctuations in Tanzania to understand the impact of climate change on grassland biomass and livestock productivity by 2050.

This research paper examines the economic viability of the natural gas industry in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia, arguing that the region is vulnerable to low prices and a global shift toward low-carbon energy sources.

The Green Economy Coalition introduces the 'Triple B Framework' (Bottlenecks, Blind Spots, and Blended Finance) to address capital misallocation and sluggish growth in the transition to green and inclusive economies. The framework emphasizes the role of non-financial capital—such as social, cultural, and political capital—particularly in emerging markets where traditional financial engineering is less prevalent than in advanced markets.

A letter from the Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) requesting nominations from Parties to fill two vacancies in the SAC.

This case study by the Stockholm Environment Institute examines the Campoalegre river basin in Colombia to demonstrate the limitations of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) when based solely on geographic watershed boundaries. Using coffee production and hydroelectric power as examples, the document argues for a 'Water without Borders' approach that accounts for multiscalar tele-connections, such as global agricultural markets and cumulative downstream impacts, which operate beyond local basin limits.

The 'Climate and Society Game' is an interactive training tool designed to explore how gender and social roles impact climate vulnerability and resilience. The South Asia edition uses a fictional Indian coastal neighbourhood, Krishna Nagar, to simulate consultations and the development of adaptation plans through role-play with diverse character cards.

This report, led by the Coalition for Urban Transitions and 36 partner organizations, argues that urban centers are critical for climate leadership and economic recovery following the Covid-19 pandemic, specifically focusing on six emerging economies.

A 450 kWp roof-mounted PV solar power plant with a 484 kWh Cegasa lithium LFP battery storage system was installed at the Benin – Niger border post in Malenville, Benin. The project, built for UEMOA by SAGEMCOM Energy & Telecom, Sahel Energie Solaire, and AEP, aims to provide reliable self-consumption power to Juxtaposed Control Stations in an area with an underdeveloped electrical grid.