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This research paper examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the energy sector in emerging economies and developing countries, arguing that economic recovery should be aligned with climate and development goals to ensure a 'green recovery'.

This report examines Ghana's efforts to integrate nuclear energy into its power mix to support economic development and industrialisation. It details the country's history of energy crises, the transition from power shortages to excess supply, and the long-term strategic goal of achieving universal electricity access and a highly industrialised economy within four decades.

This report documents a validation workshop held on 24 February 2021 by the South African Institute of International Affairs and Jasoro Consulting. The event served as a platform for youth working groups to present and validate a youth-centred report on nine key governance issues in South Africa, intended to inform the country's Second-Generation Country Review process under the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM).

This briefing by the World Resources Institute argues that the United States should set a greenhouse gas emissions-reduction target of 50% below 2005 levels by 2030. The document outlines how such a target is achievable through a combination of federal and local action, would stimulate economic growth and job creation, and is necessary to maintain international leadership and meet global warming limits of 1.5 degrees C.

This issue brief by the World Resources Institute examines energy injustice in the United States and proposes strategies for federal investment to ensure the clean energy transition equitably distributes benefits to marginalized households and communities.

This research paper by Adrian Murray examines the contradictions between Canada's image as a progressive global leader and its actual response to the Covid-19 pandemic. The author argues that the pandemic exposed systemic inequalities, particularly regarding the treatment of seniors in long-term care, essential workers, and Indigenous populations, while criticizing the government's preference for virus mitigation over suppression and its role in global vaccine hoarding.

This case study describes the establishment and operational success of the Totota Electric Cooperative (TEC) in rural Liberia, a solar hybrid mini-grid utility developed through a partnership between NRECA International and USAID/Liberia.

This report by RMI evaluates the technical potential of demand flexibility in office and multi-family buildings to reduce carbon emissions by utilizing time-of-use emission factors, specifically within the context of New York City's Local Law 97.

This briefing by the World Resources Institute (WRI) provides four strategic recommendations to guide the United States federal government in executing an executive order to transition its fleet of approximately 650,000 vehicles to zero-emission models.

This report by the Climate Policy Initiative and Vivid Economics analyzes the 'greenness' of COVID-19 recovery stimulus packages in five Asian countries—India, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, and South Korea—using the Greenness of Stimulus Index (GSI). The study finds that most of these nations are not sufficiently incorporating climate considerations into their fiscal responses, with 'dirty' stimulus often outweighing green measures.

This 2021 proposal requests USD 307,918 from the Green Climate Fund to enhance Chile's climate action environment. The project focuses on updating the national Country Programme, strengthening the capacity of the Direct Access Entity (FYNSA), and developing a pipeline of at least five new project concept notes across public and private sectors. It aims to overcome barriers such as low private sector engagement, bureaucratic delays, and a lack of gender mainstreaming, aligning all activities with Chile's goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.

This report introduces Zero-Carbon Targeted Integrated Energy Planning (IEP) as a methodology for new urban development zones in China to support the national goal of carbon neutrality by 2060.

A research paper by the Stockholm Environment Institute assessing the viability of rapid decarbonization pathways for Northeastern U.S. states, specifically focusing on Rhode Island, to align with updated climate science.

This research paper examines on-bill financing programs as a tool to increase energy equity and clean energy adoption in rural, low-income, and under-resourced communities. It highlights how these programs remove barriers to entry by eliminating upfront costs and replacing traditional credit checks with utility bill payment history. Through case studies of the Hawaii GEM$ and OPALCO Switch It Up! programs, the paper demonstrates how tying financing to the utility meter rather than the individual allows renters and low-income homeowners to access solar PV and beneficial electrification projects while achieving net monthly energy savings.

A joint statement by the Institute for Economic Justice and partners responding to the extension of the COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, arguing that the temporary measure is insufficient and exclusionary.

The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) issued a statement welcoming the appointment of Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) on February 15, 2021.

This research paper by the Stockholm Environment Institute examines the regulatory landscape of air quality in Thailand, identifying a disconnect between the government's announced measures and their actual enforcement.

A statement by Donald Pols of Friends of the Earth regarding a landmark Dutch court ruling that held Shell responsible for oil spills in the Niger Delta, emphasizing the need for stronger European corporate due diligence legislation to prevent decade-long legal battles for victims.

A statement by Donald Pols of Milieudefensie/Friends of the Earth Netherlands regarding a Dutch court ruling on 29 January 2021 that held Shell and its Nigerian subsidiary accountable for oil spills in the Niger Delta.

A statement by Donald Pols of Friends of the Earth regarding a Dutch court ruling that holds Shell responsible for oil spills in the Niger Delta, emphasizing the need for stronger European corporate due diligence laws to prevent decade-long legal battles for victims.