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This document introduces a study analyzing the pollution levels of environmental determinants in the area where the Industries Chimiques du Sénégal (ICS) operates, focusing on the impacts of phosphate mining and chemical production on the environment and local population health.

This research paper analyzes the environmental and socio-economic impacts of phosphate mining by ICS in the Tivaouane department of the Thiès region, specifically focusing on the communes of Darou Khoudoss, Taïba Ndiaye, Méouane, and Mboro.

A statement delivered by Catherine Mithia on behalf of the African Forum and Network on Debt and Development (AFRODAD) at a 2025 Civil Society Organizations Event. The document advocates for the reform of the international financial architecture and the strengthening of civil society's role in ensuring Africa's capital is used for inclusive development, specifically addressing illicit financial flows and sustainable debt management.

This case study describes the launch of Morocco's first Gender Bond by BCP and its subsidiary Attawfiq Micro-Finance, which raised USD 25 million to provide microloans and non-financial services to women to overcome systemic socio-economic barriers.

The Institute for Economic Justice (IEJ) submitted a response to the 2025 Fiscal Framework and Revenue Proposals, urging the South African Parliament to reject austerity and adopt progressive fiscal reform to prioritize economic inclusion and constitutional obligations.

The Institute for Economic Justice (IEJ) submitted a critique of the 2025 National Budget's fiscal framework and revenue proposals to the Finance Standing Committee on 26 May 2025. The IEJ argues that the National Treasury's strategy of fiscal consolidation and debt reduction undermines inclusive growth and socio-economic rights. The report recommends shifting from regressive tax measures, such as the general fuel levy, toward progressive wealth and corporate taxes, while increasing spending on social grants and public infrastructure to meet constitutional obligations.

The International Institute for Sustainable Development has developed a replicable spatial targeting strategy for water retention projects in the Canadian Prairies, designed for use in ungauged basins. By utilizing models like PTMApp and public digital elevation data, the strategy aims to optimize the placement of natural infrastructure—such as wetlands and small dams—to maximize phosphorus reduction and mitigate the increased risks of floods and droughts caused by climate change.

This case study examines the human rights risks associated with the Rempang Eco-City project in Indonesia, highlighting the violence and judicial harassment faced by residents and human rights defenders (HRDs) opposing the development.

This briefing, prepared by the permanent representative of the United States to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), proposes that the American Geophysical Union (AGU) be invited to become an associate of the IAI. The document outlines the AGU's scientific reach, its commitment to open science and diversity, and its existing collaborations with IAI members and leadership.

This case study examines the intersection of air and soil pollution in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, specifically within 'ger' districts where vulnerable populations rely on coal for heating. It details the efforts of the Economic Policy and Competitiveness Research Centre (EPCRC), supported by the Green Economy Coalition, to implement participatory solutions, influence national green policy, and advocate for the rights of women entrepreneurs.

This report by the NBI Global Resource Centre evaluates the economic, social, and environmental viability of implementing hybrid infrastructure—combining nature-based and grey infrastructure—to manage urban flood risks in Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana. The analysis focuses on priority locations including Sekondi Market and Bakado, comparing a hybrid approach against a business-as-usual scenario.

The 'Electricity Action Framework and Menu for States' by RMI provides a structured approach for state governments to transition to clean energy. It utilizes a framework combining on-the-ground solutions, policy conditions, and state levers across six categories: demand management, utility-scale supply, community/commercial supply, distributed energy, grid management, and grid infrastructure. The guide offers a menu of pragmatic actions, such as promoting virtual power plants (VPPs), implementing grid-enhancing technologies (GETs), and facilitating clean repowering of fossil fuel plants.

This research paper examines the capacities and skills required for the locally led design and implementation of knowledge co-production processes, specifically focusing on disaster risk and climate adaptation challenges. The analysis is based on lessons from real-world labs implemented under the Horizon Europe project, DIRECTED, in Denmark, Italy, Germany, and Austria/Hungary.

The Stockholm Environment Institute presents an updated computational method and a corresponding WEAP tool plugin to estimate seasonal water stress by spatially separating regions to avoid double-counting freshwater resources.

This policy brief summarizes a UK Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions (UK PACT) assessment on reducing road transport emissions and improving public health in Indonesia through strategic policy pathways.

This research paper examines the potential for trilateral cooperation between the European Union (EU), China, and African nations within critical raw material (CRM) supply chains. It argues that while the EU seeks to reduce its dependence on China, the deep integration of Chinese firms in midstream and downstream processing, combined with African demands for local value addition, makes a cooperative approach more viable than immediate decoupling. The author proposes a specific model for trilateral cooperation in the Democratic Republic of Congo's cobalt sector to balance the strategic interests of all three parties.

This Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) briefing discusses the role of federal programs and research in advancing public transit in the United States, emphasizing the economic returns of transit investments and their impact on community resilience and emissions reduction.

The Universal Basic Income Coalition (UBIC) warns that National Treasury's new budget conditions for the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will lead to the wrongful exclusion of millions of vulnerable people from social grants, including older persons, disability, child support, and care dependency grants.

This research paper examines the implementation of just transition policies across European regions, focusing on the EU's territorial approach to supporting areas most affected by the shift to a climate-neutral economy. It provides guidance for subnational decision-makers through case studies centered on economic restructuring, worker support, environmental restoration, and governance.

This policy brief by the South African Institute of International Affairs examines the necessity of institutional coherence within the global trade, finance, and investment ecosystem to address massive funding gaps and support the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It argues that aligning policies across approximately 200 interconnected organisations—including the WTO, Bretton Woods institutions, and multilateral development banks—is essential for improving capital flows and global economic governance.