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The research paper argues that violent protests in Malawi were a symptom of an economic crisis caused by growth without productive investment. Despite aid and debt relief, the government focused on consumption and subsidies rather than supply-side constraints, leading to a rising trade deficit, foreign exchange shortages, and a failure to develop human capacity, leaving 70% of the population in extreme poverty.

This research paper examines the quantification and mapping of above-ground biological carbon storage in Leicester, UK, to support climate change mitigation policies and the establishment of realistic carbon emission targets for local authorities.

This factsheet by Friends of the Earth International describes the 2010 UNEP pollution research project in Ogoniland, Nigeria. It details the region's history of oil pollution, the political tensions between the Ogoni people, the Nigerian government, and Shell, and the objectives of the UNEP study to map polluted sites for future clean-up.

This research paper evaluates water scarcity and potential adaptation strategies in three distinct ecological areas of Yemen using Water Resources Evaluation and Planning (WEAP) software.

This policy brief argues that climate change hinders the achievement of development goals by disproportionately affecting the 'climate-vulnerable poor'. It calls for the integration of poverty reduction and adaptation strategies, a stronger evidence base on climate-poverty links, and a cautious approach to mitigation that prioritizes developmental co-benefits.

This policy brief by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) examines the intersection of climate change and poverty reduction, arguing that climate instability hinders the achievement of development goals. It advocates for integrating adaptation strategies into national poverty reduction policies and calls for more robust evidence to understand how climate impacts interact with other drivers of poverty.

This policy brief analyzes the potential economic risks to South African exporters if the United States and European Union implement Border Carbon Adjustments (BCAs). Using 2009 trade data and a hypothetical carbon price of US$20/tonne, the report estimates significant annual charges for South African exports, particularly in the non-ferrous metals and iron and steel sectors.

The August 2011 PSC Report by the Institute for Security Studies provides an analysis of early warning issues for the African Union Peace and Security Council, focusing heavily on the security challenges facing the newly independent Republic of South Sudan and the ongoing civil war in Libya. It also reviews outcomes from the 17th Ordinary Session of the AU Assembly in Malabo and discusses the development of a common African position on the UN Arms Trade Treaty.

This report by the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) reviews information instruments designed to promote energy efficiency retrofits in the residential building stock, with a primary focus on Germany and supporting evidence from international case studies. The document categorizes these tools based on the stage of the homeowner's decision-making process: moving uninterested households toward consideration, assisting those in the planning phase, and training the professionals who implement the retrofits.

A letter dated July 27, 2011, from a coalition of 21 organizations to the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee urging the rejection of funding cuts to Farm Bill energy programs proposed in H.R. 2112 (the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2012).

China is the world's largest producer, consumer, and exporter of seafood. While its aquatic trading system is strong in aquaculture scale and adaptive supply chains, it faces sustainability challenges regarding traceability, coral reef fish imports, and aquaculture practices. The report examines the economic impact on livelihoods and the potential limits of growth in harvesting and aquaculture.

This research paper examines the unsustainability of linear phosphorus (P) fertilizer use and proposes strategies to improve phosphorus use efficiency in agriculture to preserve finite fossil reserves and reduce environmental pollution.

The Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) submitted comments on July 16, 2011, arguing that the Project Design Document (PDD) for a high-efficiency power generation project by Coastal Gujarat Power Ltd. in India should not be validated. CIEL contends that the project's stakeholder consultation process was inadequate and that the project causes significant environmental harm, potentially violating Indian environmental law.

One year after hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup, South Africa is urged to leverage the 'soft power' and international prestige gained from the event to address 'hard' geopolitical issues in Africa. The author suggests utilizing South Africa's roles in SADC, the AU, and the UNSC to resolve stalemates in Zimbabwe and Madagascar, and to address conflicts in Somalia, Darfur, and Abyei, while pushing for more decisive African-led solutions to avoid Western intervention as seen in Libya and Cote d’Ivoire.

This policy brief examines the potential impact of Border Carbon Adjustments (BCAs) on exports from China, emphasizing that the level of exposure depends heavily on design details such as the products included, the applied CO2 price, and the method used to assess carbon content.

This case study examines climate change adaptation processes in Stockholm and Gothenburg, Sweden, using participatory research with public and private sector practitioners to identify risks, stakeholders, and barriers to implementation.

This guide by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) provides a framework for national planners and policy makers in developing countries to integrate 'green growth' into economic development planning. It emphasizes the use of economic tools to balance economic growth with environmental and social objectives, such as climate resilience and poverty reduction.

This guide by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) provides a framework for national planners and policymakers in developing countries to integrate "green growth" into economic planning. It emphasizes that green growth should balance economic development with climate resilience, the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, and the preservation of natural capital, while addressing social goals such as poverty reduction.

This report by the Climate Policy Initiative analyzes the decision-making process of 2,000 German owners of single- and two-family houses regarding thermal efficiency retrofits. The study categorizes households into non-planning, planning, and action stages to identify how motivations, financial barriers, and information sources evolve throughout the process. Key findings highlight that while building appearance is a primary initial trigger, financial concerns and the desire for thermal comfort and energy savings become more prominent as households move toward implementation.

This research paper by the Climate Policy Initiative examines the implementation of nodal pricing in power markets, primarily drawing on experiences from US Independent System Operators (ISOs) and the Iberian power market. It addresses the costs of transition, mechanisms for hedging locational price differences, the role of ISOs in system security, and the integration of variable renewables like wind and hydro power.