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This document outlines the legal regulations and procedures for the expropriation of land or land rights on behalf of an electricity licensee in South Africa, as established under the Electricity Regulation Act 4 of 2006.

This fact sheet by Friends of the Earth International argues that genetically modified (GM) crops have not contributed to reducing hunger or poverty and are unsuitable for small-scale farmers due to high seed costs and patent restrictions. The document asserts that GM crops do not increase yields, often increase pesticide use, and primarily benefit large-scale industrial farmers in a few countries through 'convenience' rather than productivity.

Losing Ground is a 2008 report by Friends of the Earth, LifeMosaic, and Sawit Watch detailing the human rights violations associated with the expansion of oil palm plantations in Indonesia. The report argues that the industry's growth, driven in part by European biofuel targets, leads to widespread land dispossession, environmental degradation, and the erosion of indigenous cultures.

This 2008 research paper examines how International Investment Agreements (IIAs) and investor-state dispute settlement mechanisms may constrain the ability of states to protect and promote human rights. It finds that most IIAs are silent on human rights obligations for investors and that the confidentiality of arbitration processes often undermines public accountability. The author argues that stabilization clauses in Host Government Agreements further limit the state's right to regulate and recommends the creation of model language to integrate human rights values into future investment treaties.

This report by RMI proposes the 'feebate' as a legislative tool to increase automobile fuel economy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. A feebate applies a surcharge (fee) to inefficient vehicles to fund rebates for efficient ones, creating a self-financing mechanism that encourages manufacturers to innovate across all vehicle size classes without restricting consumer choice.

This report by the South African Institute of International Affairs examines the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM), an innovative governance assessment tool launched in 2002 under the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (Nepad). It details the APRM's five-stage review process, its continental and national institutional structures, and the practical challenges faced by 'pioneer' countries in implementing these rigorous, participatory assessments.

This report by the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) analyzes the early experiences of countries participating in the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM). It examines the APRM as a political process, detailing the tensions between governments and civil society, and provides strategic guidance for civil society organizations to influence the review process. The document concludes with a critique of the APRM's operational shortcomings, specifically regarding time pressures, inadequate guidelines, and the superficial nature of Programmes of Action (POAs).

This report analyzes the implementation of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) in four pioneer countries: Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, and South Africa. It examines the institutional structures, research methodologies, and political dynamics of each national process, highlighting the tension between government control and the need for independent civil society participation to ensure credible self-assessments and effective Programmes of Action.

This report by the South African Institute of International Affairs provides a practical guide and critical analysis of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM), drawing on the experiences of 'pioneer' countries. It details the official guidance documents, the structural requirements for national implementation, and a comprehensive set of 80 lessons for success aimed at improving the process's transparency, inclusivity, and effectiveness.

This briefing by the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) analyzes China's preferential trade policy for African Least Developed Countries (LDCs). While the policy is designed to align with the export capacities of these nations, the author argues that its economic impact is modest compared to its symbolic and diplomatic value in signaling China's rise as a global power and alternative to Western donors.

This briefing by the Institute for Security Studies examines the role of ethnic identity and identification documents during periods of violence in Kenya, specifically following disputed elections. It discusses how naming conventions and physical characteristics are used to target individuals despite identity cards not explicitly listing ethnicity, and suggests systemic reforms to national identification and governance to reduce ethnic cleavages.

Earthjustice filed a legal challenge against a proposed natural gas drilling project in the HD Mountains of southwest Colorado to prevent the destruction of old-growth and roadless forests.

This report examines the environmental impacts of trade liberalization in the wood and wood products sector of Lao PDR, highlighting the tension between high regional demand and the challenges of low-value exports, illegal logging, and inefficient processing infrastructure.

This report examines the growth of the tourism industry in Lao PDR, analyzing its economic contributions and the environmental risks associated with trade liberalization. It provides strategic policy recommendations to ensure the sector remains sustainable and supports conservation efforts.

This report examines the environmental and social implications of trade liberalization within the bio-diesel sector of Lao PDR, highlighting the tension between energy security goals and potential ecological degradation.

This research paper examines the environmental and economic potential of the organic agriculture sector in Lao PDR, noting that while the industry is inherently environmentally friendly, significant growth could lead to negative impacts like deforestation and increased carbon emissions.

This research paper examines the environmental implications of the growing silk handicrafts sector in the Lao PDR, noting that while the industry is inherently environmentally friendly, scaling up production to meet international demand creates risks of water pollution and increased water consumption.

This research paper examines the environmental implications of rapid Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) growth in Lao PDR's hydropower, mining, and construction material sectors, highlighting the gap between the scale of investment and the government's capacity to regulate it.

This report examines the environmental implications of trade liberalization within the medicinal plants and spices sector of the Lao PDR, highlighting the tension between economic growth from regional demand and the risk of resource depletion.

This meeting report details a capacity-building workshop held on January 18, 2008, in Geneva, aimed at preparing indigenous peoples for the sixth meeting of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) Working Group on Access and Benefit-Sharing (ABS). The workshop focused on the relationship between the CBD and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), specifically regarding the development of an international regime on access to genetic resources and traditional knowledge.