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This briefing describes the development of the 'Guidelines for Adaptation to Climate Change in Cartagena de Indias', the first such document for a coastal city in South America. The guidelines provide a vulnerability assessment and adaptation recommendations to address sea level rise, extreme weather, and flooding, serving as a foundation for future municipal zoning policies and a full adaptation plan.

This report documents the Second Meeting of the Asian Regional Initiative on Biocultural Community Protocols (ARI-BCP), held in Bangalore from February 18 to 20, 2013, to discuss challenges and collaboration on Biocultural Community Protocols (BCPs) across South Asia.

This document is a Question and Answer (Q&A) briefing issued by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) to clarify the Invitation to Tender (ITT) for project KMGL-0056. It addresses bidder queries regarding the identification of case studies, proposal requirements, word counts, dissemination budgets, and insurance obligations.

This document is a Question and Answer (Q&A) briefing issued by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) to clarify the terms of an Invitation to Tender (ITT) for project AAGL-0030a. It provides detailed guidance for potential bidders regarding the role of the 'Global Learning Partner', budget allocations for local partners, expectations for conference participation at the Resilient Cities Congress, and the internal review process for publications.

A statement by Friends of the Earth President Erich Pica regarding his arrest during a civil disobedience action at the White House to protest the proposed Keystone XL pipeline.

A statement by Friends of the Earth International calling for the protection of Odey Oyama, director of the Nigerian Rainforest Resource Development Centre (RRDC), who faces life threats and government surveillance due to his opposition to a 50,000 hectare palm oil plantation established by Wilmar International in Cross-River State, Nigeria.

Friends of the Earth Asia Pacific (FoE APac) expresses concern that the South Korean government is promoting the 'Four Rivers Project' model for a similar water management contract in Thailand, despite the project's ecological damage and the suppression of critical civil society voices in Korea.

This research paper examines how institutional interactions between trade and environment are shaped by overarching norms, specifically highlighting the prevalence of liberal environmentalism within climate change and biosafety regime complexes.

A statement from World Resources Institute (WRI) President Andrew Steer responding to President Obama's State of the Union address, outlining four specific actions the U.S. administration can take to meet its 2020 greenhouse gas emissions target.

The Centre for Environmental Rights (CER) submitted comments on the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Amendment Bill, 2012, arguing that while the application of the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA) to mining is welcome, the Bill fails to adequately protect community rights, ensure transparency, or establish a fair penalty system.

This media briefing note by the Center for International Environmental Law discusses a February 2013 audit by the World Bank's Compliance Advisor/Ombudsman (CAO) regarding the International Finance Corporation's (IFC) lending through financial intermediaries. The briefing highlights the IFC's failure to track the environmental and social impacts of a significant portion of its portfolio and critiques the IFC's response to these findings.

The Centre for Environmental Rights, acting on behalf of groundWork, the South Durban Community Environmental Alliance (SDCEA), and the Vaal Environmental Justice Alliance (VEJA), submitted comments on 5 February 2013 regarding the draft National Dust Control Regulations published on 7 December 2012 under the National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act, 2004 (AQA). The submission argues for stronger protections for vulnerable populations, more rigorous monitoring standards, and the inclusion of government entities in enforcement.

The Centre for Environmental Rights (CER) reports on its efforts to use the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) to obtain environmental records from government and private entities in South Africa as of February 2013.

This case study describes Nepal's initiative to develop District Climate and Energy Plans (DCEPs) in all 75 districts to align renewable energy adoption with climate mitigation and adaptation. Using a pilot in Ilam district as an example, the document highlights the use of multi-stakeholder task forces and data-driven scenario analysis to prioritize technologies like solar and biogas. The process has been formalized into a 'DCEP Preparation Guideline' by the Alternative Energy Promotion Centre (AEPC) to scale the model nationwide.

This case study describes Thailand's 'Low Carbon City' initiative, a systematic approach developed by the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (TGO) to help local governments reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It focuses on the pilot implementation in Muangklang Municipality, detailing the nine-step process used to identify emission sources, set voluntary reduction targets, and implement mitigation measures across sectors such as waste, transport, and agriculture.

The Vietnam Green Growth Strategy (VGGS), approved in September 2012, aims to restructure the economy for sustainable growth and reduced emissions. It targets an 8-10% reduction in GHG emission intensity relative to 2010 and a 1-1.5% annual reduction in energy consumption per unit of GDP. Implementation is led by an Inter-ministerial Coordinating Board and supported by a roadmap extending to 2050, with financing strategies involving a blend of state budget, international aid (e.g., Green Climate Fund), and market-based mechanisms like carbon taxes.

This case study describes the 'Lighting a Billion Lives' (LaBL) initiative by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), which aims to replace kerosene-based lighting with solar alternatives in un-electrified or poorly electrified rural areas through an entrepreneurial delivery model.

This policy brief by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) examines the challenges of mobilising and managing climate finance for developing countries. It emphasizes the need for a coordinated international architecture, the strengthening of national public finance management systems, and the creation of stable frameworks to attract private sector investment, which is expected to provide the bulk of necessary funding.

This research paper by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) examines the drivers and challenges associated with Climate-Compatible Development (CCD). It defines CCD as a "development first" approach aimed at minimizing climate damage while maximizing human development opportunities in a low-carbon, resilient future. The document identifies five primary socio-political drivers—national awareness of adaptation, energy security, economic opportunities, access to climate finance, and government leadership—and seven key implementation challenges, including high costs, political opposition, and institutional limitations.

This research paper by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) examines the drivers and challenges associated with Climate Compatible Development (CCD), defined as a "development first" approach that minimizes climate harm while maximizing human development opportunities in a low-emissions, resilient future. Drawing on experience from over 40 countries, the paper identifies key sociopolitical drivers—such as national resilience needs, energy security, and economic opportunities—and outlines significant barriers, including high implementation costs, political resistance, and institutional capacity gaps.