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This e-learning module provides an introduction to the United Nations human rights system, focusing on its general structure and its specific application to Indigenous peoples and local communities.

This project overview describes an initiative by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) to integrate Water-Energy-Food (WEF) security into development decisions related to mining in Suriname. The project involved a literature review, the development of the WEFsat-Mining tool, the creation of hydrologic assessment guidance, and capacity building through regional workshops.

This briefing note for the Pan-African Parliament outlines the objectives and key themes of the 21st session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 21) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), scheduled for November 30 to December 11, 2015, in Paris.

This research paper argues that while military interventions and shipping industry protections reduced Somali piracy, they failed to address root causes such as political instability, youth unemployment, and Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing. The author advocates for a shift from traditional naval deterrence toward supporting Somalia's maritime governance, specifically through the implementation of the Somalia Maritime Resource and Security Strategy (SMRSS) and the development of the national coast guard and navy to combat IUU fishing.

This report details the outcomes of the First Learning Workshop for Phase II of the CDKN-ICLEI sub-national learning programme, held in Quito, Ecuador, from 27 to 31 July 2015. The workshop aimed to transition sub-national climate compatible development (CCD) from planning to implementation by facilitating peer-to-peer exchange among 51 participants representing 16 projects across Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Key activities included regional meetings to identify enabling factors for CCD, site visits in Quito, and the identification of knowledge gaps to inform the development of project-specific 'Inside Stories'.

The World Resources Institute praises a joint U.S.-China climate announcement, highlighting China's 2017 emissions trading system launch, a $3.1 billion climate finance pledge, and U.S. implementation of the Clean Power Plan as key steps toward a strong global agreement in Paris.

This research paper examines the historical context of the first Bretton Woods system to inform the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), arguing that the original vision for the post-World War II economic foundation was more inclusive and diverse than is commonly believed.

This policy brief from the South African Institute of International Affairs examines the evolving security relationship between China and Africa. It analyzes how China is shifting from a strict policy of non-interference toward deeper engagement in both traditional military security and non-traditional threats, including the protection of its citizens, pandemic response, and environmental conservation, increasingly through multilateral frameworks.

A joint submission to Alberta’s Climate Change Advisory Panel by the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE), The Lung Association of Alberta & Northwest Territories, and the Asthma Society of Canada, advocating for the phase-out of coal-fired power plants to protect human health and mitigate climate change.

A statement by Friends of the Earth International announcing and celebrating the decision of the Uruguayan government to withdraw from the Trade in Services Agreement (TISA) negotiations following a successful public mobilization campaign.

A statement by three climate activists describing the eviction of a refugee collective in the Parisian suburbs and alleging a broader campaign of 'urban cleansing' by French authorities ahead of COP21 and the 2016 Football Euro Cup.

This fact sheet from the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) explains the transition from the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It details the consultative processes used to create the SDGs, the definition of sustainable development, and the specific role of the South African government in negotiating the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

A briefing by the World Resources Institute analyzing Indonesia's draft Intended Nationally Determined Contribution (INDC) published on September 1, 2015. The document evaluates Indonesia's proposed emissions reduction targets and provides recommendations to improve transparency and ambition before the final submission to the UNFCCC for COP 21.

This case study describes an energy savings performance contract (ESPC) completed in 2014 by Lockheed Martin at the U.S. Embassy in Nicaragua. The project achieved a 54 percent energy reduction across nine buildings through a combination of LED lighting retrofits, HVAC optimizations, and the installation of a 956 kW solar PV system, which is the State Department’s largest overseas system.

This briefing provides a comparative legal commentary on Brazil's first four Cooperation and Investment Facilitation Agreements (CIFAs), highlighting how they differ from traditional bilateral investment treaties by prioritizing cooperation over investor protection and excluding investor-state arbitration.

This research paper examines implementation methods for the "Food Security in a Climate Perspective strategy 2013-15," focusing on private sector development and public-private partnerships (PPP) in agriculture, climate change, and food security across five African nations.

A statement by African civil society representatives expressing disappointment over the sudden cancellation of the 2nd Extraordinary Summit of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) Heads of State and Government Forum, originally scheduled for 11 September 2015 in Nairobi, Kenya.

A statement by Friends of the Earth International (FOEI) calling for global solidarity with refugees, specifically addressing the crisis in Europe and the conflict in Syria, while outlining systemic root causes such as resource extraction and climate change.

A statement by Friends of the Earth International calling for global solidarity with refugees, specifically those fleeing the conflict in Syria, and outlining systemic changes needed to prevent future displacement, including climate justice and resource management.

This research paper evaluates the economic viability of low-carbon investments in five cities (Leeds, Kolkata, Lima, Johor Bahru, and Palembang). It finds a compelling economic case, with potential emission reductions of 15-24% over 10 years and a short average payback period of 2 years. While global replication could reduce energy-related GHG emissions by 10-18% by 2025, the authors warn that rapid urban growth could offset these gains within 7 years and that institutional barriers must be overcome to implement these measures.