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This report examines the role of Brazil in enhancing energy security and integration across South America. It argues that while the region possesses vast energy resources, domestic-focused security strategies and a lack of regional regulation have led to high economic costs and underutilized infrastructure. The author proposes the creation of a Multilateral Energy Security Reserve (RMSE) treaty to provide a legal framework for energy imports and dispute settlement, positioning Brazil as the ideal coordinator due to its market size, geography, and leadership in both fossil fuels and renewable energy.

This synthesis report analyzes policy responses to the 2006-2008 food prices crisis in Latin America, Southeast Asia, and Southern Africa, evaluating their economic sustainability and impact on trade and regional integration.

This report analyzes public policy responses to the 2007-2008 food crisis in Latin America, focusing on the shift toward protecting vulnerable populations, the conceptual debate between food security and food sovereignty, and the introduction of new legislative frameworks for government intervention.

This report documents a workshop held on August 31, 2010, regarding the impact of global financial reforms—specifically the G20's push for Basel III—on trade in financial services within the Southern African Customs Union (SACU) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC). The discussions highlight the dominance of South Africa as a net exporter of financial services in the region and the potential for new regulatory barriers to emerge as South Africa implements global standards, which may reduce funding for riskier African prospects and infrastructure projects.

This research paper examines the challenges South Africa faces in diversifying its energy sources away from coal to ensure energy security and meet climate change mitigation goals, emphasizing the need for institutional reform and a coordinated government vision.

This research paper examines the concept of 'exceptionalism' in China's foreign policy toward Africa, analyzing the gap between Beijing's official rhetoric of mutual respect and non-interference and the practical challenges of implementing these principles amidst growing economic interests and the autonomy of sub-state actors.

This policy briefing by the South African Institute of International Affairs examines how Australia used transparency to successfully implement trade liberalisation and economic reform starting in 1983. It argues that transparency—defined as political honesty and the use of independent, evidence-based reporting—is essential for overcoming public and sectoral resistance to the short-term costs of trade reform. The document recommends that South Africa establish a body of independent experts, similar to Australia's Productivity Commission, to determine the benefits of reform and engage the public and media to build a coalition for change.

This policy briefing by the South African Institute of International Affairs examines the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) 50 years after independence, focusing on the challenges of territorial consolidation, resource governance, and the transition of UN peacekeeping operations.

This policy brief by RMI advocates for the implementation of 'feebates' in the United States to reduce oil dependence and accelerate the adoption of efficient vehicles. It defines the feebate mechanism, proposes specific design goals based on a 2007 expert forum, and analyzes the success of France's 'bonus-malus' program as a case study.

This paper reviews data sources for fossil-fuel subsidies across countries with diverse governance systems, energy markets, and economic growth stages, specifically focusing on pilot studies conducted for China, Germany, Indonesia, and the United States.

This report examines food security policy responses within the Southern African Development Community (SADC) in the context of global food price hikes, analyzing the relationship between regional strategies, intraregional trade, and the Comprehensive African Agriculture Development Program (CAADP).

This policy report analyzes the intersection of climate change and ASEAN-facilitated trade and investment policies within the Mekong subregion, highlighting the tension between economic growth through trade liberalization and the vulnerability of natural resources to climate risks.

A memorandum from Friends of the Earth urging journalists to increase in-depth reporting on the unambiguous connections between climate change and the extreme weather events observed during the summer of 2010.

This report analyzes the failure of market-based energy reforms in Argentina, which led to a high dependency on non-renewable resources and a depletion of natural assets. It argues that relying solely on private and foreign capital for strategic energy decisions was ineffective and recommends a more active public sector role, price policy reform, and strategic agreements with Brazil and Bolivia to secure energy supply and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

This research paper analyzes the economic opportunities and systemic risks associated with South Africa's strategic partnership with Russia following a state visit by President Zuma. While Russia offers significant potential as a global economic power, the author highlights severe barriers to entry for South African businesses, including high corruption, state dominance in strategic sectors, and a poor regulatory environment.

This document is an introductory text for a 2010 report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) that aims to quantify government support for ethanol and biodiesel within the European Union since 2007.

This research paper demonstrates methods for estimating standard deviations for carbon multipliers within a multi-regional input-output (MRIO) framework, specifically applying these techniques to the UK's carbon footprint.

This research paper describes the development and results of a multi-region input-output (MRIO) model used to calculate the UK's national carbon footprints from 1992 to 2004, highlighting a growing gap between producer and consumer emissions.

A letter from Gareth Morgan MP to the Minister of Water and Environmental Affairs, responding to the government's claims regarding air quality in St Helena Bay. Morgan argues that emissions of hydrogen sulphide (H2S) and other sulphur compounds from fish factories are causing severe health issues for residents, particularly children, and calls for the installation of scrubber systems and a cessation of the use of rotten fish.

This 2010 policy report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development examines the relationship between international trade and food security in Brazil. It concludes that while Brazil has become a major global food exporter and maintains sufficient national food availability, chronic food insecurity persists due to income inequality and poverty rather than trade-driven shortages. The report details the role of government price supports, the impact of fertilizer costs, and the transition of the Brazilian diet due to urbanization.