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This research paper examines the "action gap" between national commitments to integrate climate change adaptation into social and economic development and the actual implementation of concrete projects. By analyzing five "early movers"—Afghanistan, Colombia, Germany, India, and Rwanda—the paper identifies critical enabling factors such as political will, legislative mandates, inter-agency coordination, accessible knowledge, and supportive budgetary processes to accelerate the transition from planning to action.

This briefing by WWF South Africa examines the urban and environmental impacts of parking infrastructure, specifically focusing on the transition from minimum to maximum parking requirements. It argues that oversupplying parking incentivizes private car use and increases greenhouse gas emissions, while providing case studies from the USA and UK to suggest policy reforms for developing countries like South Africa.

This case study describes the collaboration between the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) and the Metropolitan District of Quito (DMQ) to develop a climate vulnerability study and a five-year Action Plan to address an average temperature increase of 1.3°C over the last century.

A case study by the World Resources Institute (WRI) detailing the development and enactment of a 2017 Brazilian law that establishes 'compact, connected and coordinated' (3C) standards for the Minha Casa, Minha Vida (MCMV) social housing program to combat urban sprawl and improve service access.

A case study by the World Resources Institute (WRI) detailing the launch of India's first fully automated public bicycle sharing (PBS) system in Bhopal, which integrates dedicated bike lanes to improve safety and solve last-mile connectivity to public transport.

This case study examines the efforts of the Metropolitan District of Quito (DMQ) to integrate climate vulnerability evidence into urban policy. It details a vulnerability study conducted by the Stockholm Environment Institute and CDKN, which focused on five strategic sectors to inform the city's development and land-use plan (2015–2025). The document highlights the importance of participatory methodology, intersectoral coordination, and the alignment of technical evidence with political priorities to ensure institutional ownership and the implementation of adaptation measures.

This research paper by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) examines the synergy between fossil fuel subsidy reform (FFSR) and the 'just transition' framework. It argues that reforming subsidies not only reduces greenhouse gas emissions and market distortions but also unlocks significant financial resources to support workers and communities affected by the shift to a green economy.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) examines the causes and impacts of urban stormwater runoff and evaluates various governance and financing mechanisms to manage it. The authors contrast traditional 'gray' engineered infrastructure with 'green' infrastructure (GI) and propose the development of stormwater markets—specifically through allowance trading and credits—to attract private investment and reduce the financial burden on public utilities.

Friends of the Earth led a campaign to oppose the nomination of Sam Clovis as Chief Scientist at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, citing his lack of scientific background and climate denial. The effort, which included gathering over 70,000 signatures and coordinating with progressive organizations, contributed to pressure on the Senate. Clovis eventually withdrew his nomination following reports of his involvement in the Russia investigation.

A case study by Friends of the Earth detailing the successful effort to stop the proposed Gateway Pacific coal terminal in northwest Washington, which was denied federal permits to protect the treaty rights of the Lummi Nation.

This case study describes how the Organic Valley agricultural cooperative partnered with OneEnergy Renewables and the Upper Midwest Municipal Energy Group (UMMEG) to source 100 percent of its electricity from renewable energy by 2019. By utilizing a community solar model in the U.S. Midwest, the partnership developed 12 MW of solar for Organic Valley and an additional 17 MW for local communities, totaling approximately 29 MW of new installations.

This briefing discusses the role of cities as primary vehicles for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing that urban governance and knowledge-sharing between cities can address global societal problems. It highlights how decentralization and municipal empowerment enable cities to implement pragmatic solutions, which is particularly relevant for Africa's rapidly growing urban centers.

This RMI insight brief presents the 'Sunshine for Mines' program, which provides a methodology for transforming legacy or inactive mine sites from financial liabilities into revenue-generating assets through the development of renewable energy and storage solutions.

This research paper examines mechanisms for decentralizing climate finance to local levels, specifically analyzing the Climate Resilient Green Economy (CRGE) facility in Ethiopia and the County Climate Change Funds (CCCFs) in Kenya to evaluate how local community priorities are balanced with national policies.

This case study by Friends of the Earth International describes the environmental and social impacts of coal mining in Indonesia, specifically in Kalimantan. It highlights the struggle of local and indigenous communities against deforestation, water pollution, and human rights abuses, while noting the contradiction between the Indonesian government's expansion of coal energy and its Paris Agreement climate commitments.

This case study by Friends of the Earth International describes the environmental and social impacts of coal mining in Indonesia, specifically focusing on the struggles of indigenous communities in Kalimantan and the support provided by Friends of the Earth Indonesia/WALHI.

This case study describes the resistance of the Doevi Kope community and other coastal villages in Togo against offshore oil exploration. It details how local communities, supported by Les Amis de la Terre Togo, successfully campaigned to cancel an initial exploration contract with the Italian company ENI after learning about the environmental and social devastation caused by similar projects in Nigeria, Chad, and Ghana.

This case study by Friends of the Earth International describes the efforts of the Doevi Kope community and Les Amis de la Terre Togo to resist oil exploration in Togo. It details how local communities, after being uninformed by their government, campaigned to cancel an exploration contract with the Italian company ENI and sought evidence of the negative impacts of oil extraction in neighboring countries.

This case study by the Green Economy Coalition examines the impact of drought on rural livelihoods in Ethiopia and evaluates the effectiveness of traditional humanitarian aid versus market-based resilience strategies implemented by Mercy Corps.

This working paper by the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) provides lessons on leveraging private sector finance for climate compatible development based on projects in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. It emphasizes the need for country-specific approaches, strong public sector leadership, and the use of innovative financial instruments to bridge the gap between commercial interests and climate goals.