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The Climate Change Citizenship for a Just Transition in South Africa project, co-funded by the European Union and delivered by GreenCape, focused on empowering urban and rural communities in the Eastern, Northern, and Western Cape. The initiative established nine active climate clubs reaching 422 high school learners and facilitated community engagement in national policy processes, including the National Climate Change Bill and the Just Energy Transition Investment Plan. With over 500 participants in training workshops and a high rate of female participation, the project was rated as highly effective by an independent evaluation based on OECD-DAC criteria, demonstrating sustained local ownership and impact.

The June–July 2025 heatwave in Europe increased electricity demand by up to 14% and caused average daily power prices to double or triple in several countries. While record solar generation of 45 TWh in June 2025 helped maintain daytime stability, the heatwave triggered thermal power plant outages, particularly affecting France's nuclear fleet. The report argues for the deployment of battery storage, interconnection, and demand flexibility to mitigate future extreme weather risks.

The report estimates that air pollution from a subset of private equity-backed fossil fuel infrastructure in the U.S. causes between $11.3 billion and $15.1 billion in annual health costs. Using the EPA's COBRA tool, the analysis finds these facilities are responsible for approximately 1,000 premature deaths and 1,500 emergency room visits each year. The document argues that private equity firms must disclose their fossil fuel exposure and health impacts, cease investments in fossil fuel expansion by 2030, and integrate environmental justice into their operations.

This introductory section of a guide on gender integration in Senegal's National Adaptation Plan outlines the impacts of climate change in West Africa and specifically within Senegal, detailing temperature increases, precipitation declines, and the resulting degradation of ecosystems and socio-economic sectors.

The global fashion industry contributes 2-8% of global carbon emissions and uses approximately one trillion kWh of electricity annually, with emissions projected to rise by over 60% by 2030 if trends persist. The sector relies heavily on fossil fuel-based synthetic fabrics and inefficient energy sources, while most major brands lack transparent renewable energy targets for their supply chains. Women make up 60% of the workforce but face disproportionate burdens from climate change, energy access inequalities, and systemic gender disparities in wages and leadership.

The study evaluated the weADAPT platform to address the common issues of information fragmentation and overabundance in online knowledge platforms. The results were used to upgrade the platform, update its theory of change, and create a tailored monitoring, evaluation, and learning framework with custom progress indicators. The authors argue that knowledge management must align with user needs and prioritize measuring valued outcomes over easily quantifiable metrics to better support evidence-based climate adaptation.

The report finds that private equity-backed fossil fuel infrastructure in the U.S. causes between $11.3 and $15.1 billion in annual human health damages, resulting in nearly 1,000 premature deaths and 1,500 emergency room visits each year. A small group of firms, specifically ArcLight, Energy Capital Partners (ECP), and Quantum Capital, are responsible for approximately 20% of these impacts. The General J.M. Gavin coal plant in Ohio is identified as the single most harmful facility, causing an estimated $1.7 billion in annual health impacts. Regional analysis highlights a disproportionate burden in the Mid-Atlantic/New England area, where people are three times more likely to die from this pollution than in the rest of the U.S., and in Texas, which ranks first in asthma onset and symptoms due to its large population and proximity to the Permian Basin.

The report finds that private equity-backed fossil fuel facilities in the U.S. cause between $11.3 and $15.1 billion in annual human health damages, resulting in nearly 1,000 premature deaths and 1,500 emergency room visits per year. A small group of firms, specifically ArcLight, Energy Capital Partners, and Quantum Capital, are responsible for approximately 20% of these impacts. The General J.M. Gavin coal plant in Ohio is identified as the single most harmful facility, accounting for roughly 19% of all health impacts in the study. Regional analysis highlights disproportionate burdens in the Mid-Atlantic/New England area and the Permian Basin, with Texas ranking first in asthma onset and symptoms due to its large population and proximity to extraction sites.

The document details South Carolina's high susceptibility to sea level rise, hurricanes, and droughts, noting that 101 weather disasters with losses over $1 billion occurred between 1980 and April 2025. It highlights the critical role of federal support from NOAA, FEMA, and USDA in maintaining coastal resilience, providing disaster aid, and supporting military installations. The briefing warns that proposed FY 2026 budget cuts—including the elimination of the Sea Grant program and significant reductions in coastal research and FEMA funding—would severely hinder the state's ability to manage climate risks and protect its economy and national security infrastructure.

The document examines how COVID-19 containment measures and the resulting economic crisis disrupted insurance operations, product cycles, and balance sheets across 18 sub-Saharan African markets. While the pandemic strained the sector and highlighted pre-existing weaknesses, it created a catalyst for forced digitisation and a regulatory imperative to remove barriers to innovation.

The report examines the surge in data centre development in Southeast Asia, highlighting how increasing electricity demand—particularly in Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines—threatens climate targets due to reliance on fossil-fuel-dominated grids. It argues that without significant investment in solar and wind energy and improved energy efficiency, the digital boom will lead to a substantial rise in greenhouse gas emissions.

The report highlights that data centres in ASEAN could account for 2% to 30% of national power demand by 2030, risking a significant increase in emissions, particularly in Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It argues that approximately 30% of this demand can be met by solar and wind via grids without battery storage. The document advocates for more accessible corporate Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), national sustainability frameworks, and advanced cooling technologies to ensure the sector's growth does not derail regional decarbonisation targets.

The report examines the impact of clean industrial hubs in California and Texas on first-of-a-kind projects, noting that 50% of supported projects reached a final investment decision compared to a 20% global average. It argues that these hubs mobilize investment and reduce emissions by creating enabling ecosystems for innovative first movers across sectors such as hydrogen, sustainable aviation fuel, and low-emissions steel.

The briefing highlights the failure of the UK Department for Transport (DfT) to hold auto manufacturers accountable for illegal defeat devices, which allow vehicles to exceed emissions limits. Citing ICCT analysis, it suggests 2.4 million UK vehicles may be affected. Commissioned research from the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air estimates that since 2009, excess emissions from these devices have caused 16,000 premature deaths and a £96bn economic burden in the UK, with further significant health and financial costs projected through 2040 if no action is taken.

The document details the link between rising global temperatures and the intensification of extreme weather events in Canada, such as hail, windstorms, and hurricanes. It highlights significant insured losses in provinces like Alberta, Quebec, and Ontario, and notes a trend of tornado-prone areas shifting eastward. The text emphasizes the need for improved early warning systems, resilient building codes, and nature-based coastal protections to adapt to these increasing risks.

Climate change is intensifying extreme weather globally, with warmer temperatures providing more energy for storms. In Canada, this manifests as more frequent and severe convective storms, including hailstorms, windstorms, and hurricanes. Significant economic losses have already occurred, such as a $3.2 billion hailstorm in Calgary in 2024. Regional projections indicate increased storm intensity in the Prairies, eastern Canada, and Atlantic Canada, while the Pacific coast faces a higher likelihood of extreme atmospheric river events. Adaptation needs include improved forecasting, updated building codes for wind and hail resilience, and revised land-use policies to move development away from high-risk areas.

The report analyzes how the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) affects Guangdong province, a major hub for iron, steel, and aluminium exports. While initial exposure is limited, the report warns that pressure will increase as CBAM expands. It recommends that Guangdong accelerate industrial decarbonization—specifically through electrification and green hydrogen for steel and renewable energy for aluminium—and establish a carbon pricing system compatible with the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS). Additionally, it suggests that EU policymakers enhance dialogue on emissions accounting, allocate CBAM revenues to support climate action in developing economies, and engage in international platforms like the Climate Club.

The policy brief examines the introduction of solar-hour time of day (ToD) tariffs for Indian households starting April 1, 2025. It assesses how these tariffs, which offer rebates during solar generation hours and surcharges during peak hours, affect non-rooftop solar (non-RTS) and rooftop solar (RTS) consumers across several states. The analysis finds that while non-RTS consumers may see bill reductions of 1-4%, RTS consumers may face longer payback periods due to peak surcharges. The author emphasizes that successful implementation requires accelerated smart meter deployment and state-specific, seasonal tariff designs.

The Clean Air Task Force (CATF) developed an in-house methodology to model the impact of the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) rule on diesel emissions and public health. By layering ACT's zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) sales mandates onto U.S. EPA emissions projections for 2032 and 2038, the model estimates avoided diesel fuel consumption and subsequent pollutant reductions. The analysis considers three scenarios: current adoption (11 states), expanded adoption (20 states), and full adoption across 48 contiguous states. To determine health impacts, the model uses the EPA's CO-Benefits Risk Assessment (COBRA) screening model to translate emission reductions into lives saved. For example, the model estimates that ACT enforcement in California in 2038 would reduce on-road diesel use by 547,681 gallons, representing a 16% reduction compared to a business-as-usual case, which would save 94 lives.

The GCHA submission argues that Nepal's climate action should be explicitly linked to public health outcomes to maximize co-benefits and protect vulnerable populations. It recommends strengthening the draft NDC 3.0 by aligning conditional emissions targets with 1.5°C limits, establishing specific targets for black carbon reduction, and creating a dedicated section on air quality. The document highlights significant health risks in Nepal, including a 68% increase in heat stress exposure since the 1990s and rising transmission potential for dengue. It also emphasizes the economic burden of climate-related health issues, noting that heat exposure caused an estimated US$2.8 billion in annual potential income loss between 2014 and 2023, with the agricultural sector bearing 91.5% of that impact.