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This policy brief summarizes a high-level roundtable hosted by Ember and the Clean Air Task Force during the 20th anniversary GLOBSEC Forum in Prague. The document argues that Europe must redefine energy security by transitioning from fossil fuel dependencies to clean firm power and electrification, while addressing new vulnerabilities in digital infrastructure and critical raw material supply chains.

This briefing by the International Institute for Sustainable Development analyzes geopolitical risks to development finance ahead of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) in Seville. It identifies critical vulnerabilities for low-income countries—including aid cuts, trade instability, and debt crises—and proposes six implementation priorities to 'future-proof' the global development finance landscape.

This report by RMI outlines strategies to bridge the gap between India's green hydrogen production targets and actual adoption, proposing five demand-side interventions to unlock between 2.1 and 5 million metric tons (MMT) of demand by 2030.

This research paper examines Turkey's strategic efforts to secure critical raw materials (CRMs) in Africa to support its domestic industrial goals in defence, electric vehicles, and renewables. It analyzes Turkey's diverse engagement modalities—ranging from direct extraction to integrated industrial hubs and security-linked partnerships—and proposes a trilateral cooperation framework involving the European Union (EU) and African nations to align standards and enhance supply chain resilience.

This report chapter examines the challenges of grid connection capacity for renewable energy projects in Turkey and globally, highlighting how infrastructure limitations, economic risks, and procedural inefficiencies delay the energy transition.

The report examines business models and financing strategies to increase the adoption of photovoltaic (PV) clean cooking technologies in last-mile communities, such as informal settlements and areas with displaced populations, by addressing financial and awareness barriers through public and private capital.

The report analyzes the European Union's National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs), detailing targets for renewables generation, capacity growth for solar and wind, and the projected impact on emissions by 2030.

This report by Ember analyzes the final National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) of EU Member States to project the bloc's energy trajectory for 2030. The findings indicate a structural shift toward a cleaner, electrified economy characterized by declining gas demand and rising renewable energy generation, though some targets still fall short of REPowerEU ambitions.

This briefing by RMI discusses the importance of establishing clarity on the residual value of electric vehicles (EVs) to accelerate the growth of the EV sector in India and support the country's goal of energy independence by 2047.

This report by RMI outlines a whole-system approach to accelerate the adoption of electric two- and four-wheelers in Indonesia to meet government targets for 2030.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development analyzes the use of mining tax incentives across Africa, arguing that they are often poorly designed and lead to revenue losses. It provides policy recommendations for reforming incentive frameworks to better align with sustainable growth and the Africa Mining Vision.

This report by the NewClimate Institute, published under the CASE project, analyzes monitoring frameworks for climate and energy targets in six developed economies to provide guidance for Southeast Asian countries pursuing carbon neutrality and net-zero emissions by 2050.

This research paper evaluates the potential for Nigeria to establish a Country Platform for Climate Action (CPCA) to address a significant climate financing gap. It analyzes the Just Energy Transition Partnerships (JETPs) in other nations as a model, suggesting that Nigeria should adopt a more inclusive approach that integrates resilience, industrial growth, and social equity alongside energy transition.

This policy brief by the NewClimate Institute argues that Germany can use an ambitious international climate policy as a strategic tool to protect foreign economic interests, secure supply chains, and strengthen geopolitical alliances amidst global crises and the transition to climate neutrality.

This policy brief by the South African Institute of International Affairs examines the role of Locally Led Adaptation (LLA) in Africa, focusing on the food sector. It argues that while African governments have set ambitious adaptation targets, governance barriers, financial constraints, and a lack of meaningful integration of local and Indigenous knowledge hinder effectiveness. The document advocates for decentralised finance, inclusive governance, and robust monitoring systems to ensure climate resilience is sustainable and context-specific.

This briefing by the World Resources Institute outlines four critical priorities for the third UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) taking place in Nice, France, from June 9th-13th, 2025. The document emphasizes the need to scale up funding for Sustainable Development Goal 14, integrate ocean-based solutions into national climate strategies ahead of COP30, accelerate the ratification of the High Seas Treaty, and promote 100% sustainable ocean management through Sustainable Ocean Plans.

This report by Energy Innovation analyzes the projected economic, environmental, and health impacts of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (OBBBA), a 2025 budget Reconciliation legislation passed by the U.S. House of Representatives. The analysis compares a "Current Policies" scenario against an "EI House OBBBA" scenario, finding that the bill's repeal of clean energy tax credits and environmental standards would lead to higher energy costs, significant job losses in manufacturing, increased greenhouse gas emissions, and higher premature death rates.

This policy brief examines the critical role of African international financial institutions (IFIs) in addressing the continent's infrastructure deficit to ensure the success of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). It highlights the gap between annual infrastructure financing needs ($130–$170 billion) and actual funds raised (approximately $80 billion), advocating for a more institutionalised coordination framework among IFIs to better mobilise private capital and improve project bankability.

This expert note by the World Resources Institute examines country platforms as mechanisms to align public and private, national and international finance behind country-led climate, nature, and development plans. It identifies six key elements for effective platforms and details the specific roles and responsibilities of domestic institutions, international public institutions, and private finance providers in implementing these frameworks.

This briefing examines the requirements for establishing a sustainable ocean economy (SOE) in African Small Island Developing States (SIDS), arguing that while legal frameworks are important, they are insufficient on their own to attract investment. Based on interviews and surveys, the document identifies a combination of political will, institutional arrangements, and trusted partnerships as the primary determinants for funding and investment in the regenerative blue economy.