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This briefing describes the 'Wetlands in Sápmi' project, which uses participatory topological mapping (PTM) to integrate Indigenous knowledge from forest Sámi reindeer herders with conventional research to understand the role of Arctic wetlands in social-ecological systems.

This technical appendix details the benefit-cost analysis (BCA) methodology used by RMI to evaluate seven transmission projects. It outlines the calculation of three core benefits—congestion relief, resource adequacy, and public policy savings—and describes the financial models used to determine costs based on ownership structure (investor-owned, public power, or independent merchant).

This research paper discusses theoretical and methodological considerations for the anthropological analysis of indigenous local knowledge systems and their transmission regarding material culture production, specifically using Social Network Analysis in a comparative study of two communities in Argentina.

This research paper outlines a methodology for determining the dates of first and last frosts in Argentina to assist in agricultural planning. It aims to calculate key agroclimatic variables based on meteorological (0°C) and agrometeorological (3°C) thresholds and create a reliable, accessible database for users.

This research paper describes the application of convolutional neural network (CNN)-based machine learning models to detect and monitor retrogressive thaw slumps (RTS) in high latitude northern permafrost using Sentinel-2 satellite data.

This research paper introduces a scenario-based framework using global Shared Socioeconomic Pathways (SSPs) to assess future cross-border climate impacts in Kenya and evaluate corresponding adaptation options.

This research paper examines methods for identifying low-carbon investments, specifically focusing on the EU Taxonomy and the integration of national climate strategies with investment landscapes to bridge the gap between current financial flows and low-emission transition goals.

This briefing describes a new data-driven methodology developed by the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) and University College London (UCL) to calculate maritime shipping emissions per traded commodity. By combining satellite-based automatic identification system (AIS) data with ship operational characteristics and shipping manifests, the approach allocates greenhouse gas and air pollutant emissions to specific commodities, exporters, importers, and traders. The method was piloted using 2014 Brazilian export data to demonstrate its ability to provide precise, transparent accounting for supply chain environmental footprints.

This research paper proposes a methodology using "cross-impact balances" (CIB) to integrate global climate scenarios as external boundary conditions for regional and local scenario development, simplifying the process when global scenarios are stable.

This research paper proposes and tests a unified transition modelling approach that integrates quantitative energy systems models with socio-technical systems analysis and local action studies to better capture the technical, social, and political dimensions of energy transitions.

This research paper outlines the scientific basis for selecting and applying specific metrics to assess the spatial and temporal variations of tropospheric ozone and its impacts on human health, vegetation, and climate.

This research paper proposes an optimization-based method for selecting a small number of relevant scenarios from large sets generated by computer simulations, combining criteria for both policy vulnerability and future diversity. The method was tested on climate resilient infrastructure cases for three African river basins.

This briefing by the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) clarifies the terminology and definitions used to track climate finance. It distinguishes between project-level costs and revenues and whole-economy perspectives, explaining how public interventions can address 'viability gaps' to mobilize private investment. The document specifically outlines the definition of climate finance used in CPI's Global Landscape of Climate Finance reports to ensure consistent tracking and avoid double counting.

This research paper describes a participatory method for creating nested, multi-scale scenario logics to analyze smallholder tree plantations in Southeast Asia, specifically testing the approach in Indonesia and Vietnam to better understand the interaction between global, national, and local drivers.

This briefing describes the Stockholm Environment Institute's (SEI) shift toward user-centred and qualitative research methodologies to improve the design and adoption of efficient cookstoves, addressing the failures of previous programs that neglected user needs and preferences.

This working paper by the Stockholm Environment Institute explores the development of an integrated scenario approach for food systems, aiming to link local livelihood dimensions with national and global stressors, particularly in the context of food security and climate change.